Romania, Kingdom. A Medal For The War Of 1913 Newly Listed Hawke: First Class protected Cruiser

Hawke: First Class protected Cruiser

built in Germany by the Zeppelin Company

Naming is period engraved in large capitals

It was while in command of the 3rd company that he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross

maker marked on reverse “F

Romania, Kingdom. A Medal For The War Of 1913 Newly Listed Hawke: First Class protected Cruiser(Medalia Avntul rii), Instituted in 1913. (AKA Medal for the Upsurge of the Nation). In silver, marked with an "S" (allegedly denoting the city where the medal was struck) on the edge, measuring 33 mm (w) x 47 mm (h) inclusive of its laurel wreath suspension, dark patina, edge nicks, light contact, original ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine. Footnote: The medal was created on November 7, 1913 and awarded for participation in the Second