Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold 3 mm x 103

3 mm x 103

During a heavy bombardment he carried two wounded men into the dressing station

the dagger is toned with a dark patina and rates as better than very fine

and this example matches precisely the examples and features of the Cross he describes (p

A small hook was added to the apex of the reverse

Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold 3 mm x 103(Verdienstkreuz in Gold). Issued 1912 1918. A Maltese cross constructed of gilded metal alloy; the obverse and reverse with a central metal medallion depicting the crowned royal monogram of Wilhelmus Rex; on a loop for suspension; measuring 39. 70 mm (w) x 39. 67 mm (h); mounted to its period original medal bar; with a zink core and a red wool backer; in overall better than very fine condition.