inscribed "EXPOSITION UNIVERSALLE 1889" above and dated "2 OCTOBRE" (October 2) below
The card is dated to December 30
reverse illustrating an open-ended wreath of oak leaves
both unmarked and measuring 35 mm (w) x 65 mm (l)
both with their original ribbons with horizontal pinbacks attached
Romania, Kingdom. A Medal Of Aeronautical Virtue, Iii Class Bronze Grade With Swords And Crown Newly Listed inscribed "EXPOSITION UNIVERSALLE 1889" above(Medalia Medaliei Virtuii Aeronautice). Instituted in 1931. In bronze, measuring 32. 3 mm (w) x 59 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and crossed swords suspension, edge nicks, contact marks, silver crossed swords clasp affixed to its original military ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine. Footnote: The Medal of Aeronautical Virtue in its three classes was founded by King Charles II on February 24, 1931, as an extension of the Order of