Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 GTRexclude printed on unmarked but late-war

printed on unmarked but late-war light photo paper

3 mm (w) x 39 mm (h) inclusive of its integral loop suspension

the SBS has hitherto been subject to much conjecture and speculation

engraved on reverse to a soldier of the 73d Line Regiment

3 mm (w) x 35 mm (h) inclusive of its integral suspension

Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 GTRexclude printed on unmarked but late-warInstituted January 1, 1806 by Maximilian Joseph. In silver gilt, a white enamelled Maltese cross, the obverse medallion presents a blue enamelled field with the inscription MJ, the reverse presents the orders motto VIRTUTI PRO PATRIA on a blue enamelled background, the badge is suspended from a large gilt crown, measures 15. 80mm (w) x 32. 25mm (h inclusive of crown suspension and integral ring), weighs 2. 5 grams, enamels intact, integral ring