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I am not sure but I believe that Karađorđevićs continued to award decorations from the Kingdom of Yugoslavia while they were in exile. But this certainly had nothing to do with them, Cross of Takovo was decoration of the rival dynasty. There are some living descendants of the Obrenović family (I think Miloš's half brother Jakov descendants) but I think this has nothing to do with them either. By the way in 2009 new law on decorations instituted Order of Sretenje (Сретењски орден - 3 grades) with Order of the Cross of Takovo as it's model. Here are just couple of pictures of it. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-27016000-1373393467.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-97186500-1373393541.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-07850000-1373393508.jpg

Could be something related to Greece as well. Flag with 4 Bs (Basileus Basileon Basileuon Basileuonton) was first used by Palaiologos of the Byzantine Empire. Regards, Radmilo

Greetings Artan, James identified first two medals, the third one is Karl-Truppenkreuz (Karl Troop Cross). As for the uniform I believe it is for the Grenzjäger captain (Hauptmann). Regards, Radmilo

Greetings Obi, I watched that decoration on ebay, if I remember well another member of the forum was the seller. That was the first time I saw that variant, nice catch, thanks for images!

You are welcome Antonio. Easy mistake to make considering the name, location and predominant nation in both of them.

Those are ribbons for decorations of Republic of Serbia introduced in 2009. First row is Order of the Serbian Flag (Орден српске заставе) although I think that the stripes should be yellow, not white. Second row is Order of the Star of Karageorge (Орден Карађорђеве звезде), third Order of Sretenje (Candlemas) (Сретењски орден). First ribbons in all three rows represent the look of sashes, neck ribbons and the triangular "chest" ribbons used for those orders, others are for first, second and third grade. Fourth row, from left to right Golden medal for zealous service (Златана медаља за ревносну службу), Silver medal for zealous service (Сребрна медаља за ревнсосну службу), Golden Miloš Obilić bravery medal (Златна медаља за храброст Милош Обилић) Silver Miloš Obilić bravery medal (Сребрна медаља за храброст Милош Обилић). And the last row Golden medal for merits (Златна медаља за заслге) and Silver medal for merits (Сребрна медаља за заслуге). Serbia today has three more orders not represented on table above, Order of Republic of Serbia - 2 grades (Орден Републике Србије) Order of the White Eagle with swords - 3 grades (Орден белог орла са мачевима) and Order of merit for defense and security - 3 grades (Орден заслуга за одбрану и безбедност). Regards, Radmilo

06. Medal for military virtues is a single class decoration awarded to members of Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska for excellence in performing of duties and for exemplar behavior.

05. Medal for military merits is a single class decoration awarded to members of Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska for expressed enthusiasm in the performance of tasks and for exemplarity. It can also be awarded to civilians for exemplar work and contribution to the state.

04. Medal for bravery - Gavrilo Princip medal is a two classes military decoration awarded for one or more brave deeds. It can also be awarded to smaller units and individuals for expressed collective courage. First (golden) class on a red triangular ribbon. Second (silver) class on a tricolor triangular ribbon.

03. Medal for merits towards the people is a single class decoration awarded for merits in the struggle against the enemy, for liberation of the country and for contribution to the development and progress of Republic of Srpska. During peacetime it can also be awarded to individuals, institutions and other organizations for contribution to the development and progress of the country.

02. Medal of Milan Tepić (Last Yugoslav National hero who in 1991 blew up ammunition depot along with himself in order to stop the fall of weapons into hands of Croats) is a military, single class, decoration awarded for expressed personal courage and self sacrifice in the struggle for freedom. It can also be awarded to smaller units (up to rang of company) for expressed collective courage and self sacrifice on the battlefield.

Medals: 01. Medal of Petar Mrkonjić (Name that Petar I Karađorđević used during Herzegovina uprising which Serbs led against Ottoman Empire in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1875-78) is a single class military decoration. It is awarded to units of Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska for significant feats in combat. Exceptionally it can be awarded to a commander of the unit. Future King as Petar Mrkonjić during uprising.

Thanks for sharing that picture. Notice the first ribbon on his ribbon bar, it's for Order of the National Hero. 37th motorized brigade was awarded with that decoration while he was it's commander.

You are most welcome Ilja. That would be Yugoslav Order of Tesla 1st class introduced in 1998. I used that same picture in this topic on FRY decorations: http://gmic.co.uk/index.php/topic/54281-federal-republic-of-yugoslavia-post-1990/ I believe that that particular order was awarded to Military Medical Academy.

06. Charity cross, single class, is awarded to collectives and individuals for courage and sacrifice shown while taking care of sick and wounded during combat. During peacetime it can be awarded only on exceptional occasions. My images from the topic dedicated to this order (http://gmic.co.uk/index.php/topic/55786-republic-of-srpska-charity-cross/). http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-59855000-1372951648.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-61213500-1372951658.jpg

Order of Njegoš, three classes, is awarded to individuals, companies, institutions and other organizations for outstanding achievements and merits in economy, science, culture and in development and overall progress of Republic of Srpska. First, second and third class. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-40113200-1372949450.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-65280500-1372949529.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-29146100-1372949582.jpg First class awarded to Winery Vukoje (http://www.podrum-vukoje.com/ba/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=46:orden-njegoa-i-reda&catid=5:vijesti&Itemid=20) http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-82516700-1372949812.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-24215500-1372949831.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-00457500-1372949858.jpg First class awarded to Faculty of Economics of the Banja Luka University. First class, second class breast star and third class order awarded to Boksit company (http://www.ad-boksit.com/o_nama/priznanja.php) http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-28135400-1372950282.gifhttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-74217500-1372950292.gifhttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-94122700-1372950300.gif Third class awarded to Dujaković Zoran (http://www.zoran-dujakovic.com/dodjela-odlikovanja/). http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-53216800-1372950823.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-50856700-1372950840.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-36631400-1372950858.jpg

04. Order of Miloš Obilić, single class, is awarded to all members of Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska regardless of rank for bravery expressed during combat and for heroic deeds. During peacetime it can be awarded only on exceptional occasions. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-73071700-1372946467.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-49593300-1372946768.jpg Air Force General Đuro Beronja wearing the order.

03. Karageorge Star, three classes, is a military decoration awarded for outstanding achievements in commanding and leading units of Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska during combat. Exceptionally it can be awarded during peacetime for outstanding merits in leading and organizing armed forces. First, second and third class. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-61406900-1372944343.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-25147900-1372944352.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-90220200-1372944409.jpg Lieutenant General Novica Simić (1948-2012), former Chief of the General Staff of Army of Republic of Srpska wearing the breast star of the first class order.

02. Order of Nemanjić, single class, is awarded to units and members of the Armed Forces of Republic of Srpska for outstanding heroic deeds during combat. Exceptionally it can be awarded to civilians for special contribution in organizing and leading the defense of Serbian people and the state. The order consists of badge worn around the neck and a breast star. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-24811400-1372943390.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-15708000-1372943399.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-60783600-1372943406.jpg

You are welcome Paul. I think that it should be, why not, of course if Artan has nothing against that. Regrads, Radmilo

01. Order of Republic of Srpska is the highest order of Republic of Srpska. There are two variants, on a chain and on a sash. A) The one on the chain is awarded to Heads of States, most prominent individuals for outstanding deeds and merits and to individuals and institutions who have contributed significantly to the creation of Republic of Srpska. Metropolitan Amfilohije receiving the order in the name of Serbian Patriarch Pavle from the hands of president Rajko Kuzmanović. B) The one on the sash is awarded to prominent individuals for merits in development of international cooperation and for contribution to the state. President Milorad Dodik awarding (now former) President of Serbia Boris Tadić and Military Medical Academy (Order received by General Marijan Novaković). http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-32698400-1372942217.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-7937-0-10693300-1372942311.jpg

Greetings Ilja and thank you for reviving this topic, I've been meaning to start a new topic on decorations of Republic of Srpska for some time, this is an excellent "excuse". In 1993 Republic of Srpska introduced the following orders: 01. Order of Republic of Srpska (Орден Републике Српске) 02. Order of Nemanjić (Орден Немањића) 03. Karageorge Star (Карађорђева звијезда) 04. Order of Miloš Obilić (Орден Милоша Обилића) 05. Order of Njegoš (Орден Његоша) 06. Charity Cross (Крст милосрђа) Medals: 01. Medal of Petar Mrkonjić (Медаља Петра Мркоњића) 02. Medal of Milan Tepić (Медаља Милана Тепића) 03. Medal for Merits Towards the People (Медаља заслуга за народ) 04. Medal for Bravery - Gavrilo Princip medal (Медаља за храброст - Медаља Гаврила Принципа) 05. Medal for Military Merits (Медаља за војне заслуге) 06. Medal for Military Virtues (Медаља за војничке врлине) I believe that three more orders were instituted later but I was not able to determine when exactly. Those are: 01. Order of the Flag of Republic of Srpska (Орден заставе Републике Српске) 02. Order of St. Petar Zimonjić (Орден светог Петра Зимоњића) 03. Order of Honor (Орден части)

Dear Artan, As far as I know they were made of brass or tombak. It also looks a bit cruder (take a look at the swords and balls on edges of the cross). If not just silvered like Paul mentioned maybe some private workshop or perhaps even a copy(?). I've seen these medals being sold as souvenirs. An interesting topic with lot of different variants can be found here: http://gmic.co.uk/index.php/topic/23820-serbia-different-types-of-commemorative-wwi/?hl=%20ww1%20%20commemorative%20%20medal Best regards, Radmilo

Thank you all for kind words. Best regards, Radmilo

The box. http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_06_2013/post-7937-0-87441800-1372527432.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_06_2013/post-7937-0-01517000-1372527562.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_06_2013/post-7937-0-66482600-1372527655.jpg