The Order of the Crown (French: Ordre de la Couronne; Dutch: Kroonorde) is an order of the Kingdom of Belgium established on October 15, 1897 by King Leopold II. Currently the Order of the Crown is awarded for services rendered to the Belgian state, especially for meritorious service in public employment. The Order may also be awarded to foreign nationals, including military and diplomatic personnel. During the Second World War, the Order of the Crown was widely awarded to Allied military personnel who helped to liberate Belgium from the occupation forces of Nazi Germany.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Belgium
Type
AWARDS-Medals & Ribbons
Physical Description
Wooden box with hinged lid covered in maroon textured faux leather; crown printed in gold on top of lid; interior lined in white satin; "Fisch Bruxellea" and a crest printed in gold on satin in interior of lid; medal mount lined in dark blue satin
Dimensions
3-D: 10.8 × 10.6 × 4.1cm (4 1/4 × 4 3/16 × 1 5/8 in.)
Materials
Wood
Textile
Metal
Inventory Number
A19600056001
Credit Line
Donated by Lt. Gen. James H. Doolittle (USAF, Ret.)
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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