Austria, I Republic. A Merit Order, Commander Cross, C.1934 United Republic of in black ink (both typed

in black ink (both typed and handwritten) stamped with the official seal of the navy

the obverse with central wreathed dates 1914-1918

The right collar also bears a magnetic metal clip meeting a matching eyelet on the left collar

" His condition was not improving

He flew the race in his banner-towing Avro 504NS

Austria, I Republic. A Merit Order, Commander Cross, C.1934 United Republic of in black ink (both typed(sterriechischer Verdienstorden, Komturkreuz). 1934 1938 Issue. In bronze gilt consisting of a Crutch Cross with red enameled arms, the twelve oclock arm with an integral loop and suspension ring connecting to a period original neck ribbon, measuring 40. 66 mm (w) x 47. 28 mm (h), weighing 37. 3 grams, minor flecking of enamels, otherwise in extremely fine condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent