The blade is a broad type with an upswept needle tip with file work to the spine and does remain in very good condition although there has been contact to the tip and that is missing
the exterior bearing a central semi-oval medallion with a red enameled centrepiece overlaid by an Iron Cross
In regards to his ear
evidence of wear
vents and caulking open deck seams in an attempt to smother the growing inferno”
Austria, Imperial. A Lot of Five Austrian Decorations Republic of The blade is a broadA Lot of Five Decorations consisting of: A Military Medal Signum Laudis, Franz Joseph I, Bronze Grade, in bronze gilt, full size, on original ribbon, light wear, very fine. An 1849 Merit Cross, IV Class Cross, silver and enamels, silver mark on ring along with partial makers mark, worn on original ribbon, enamels intact, very dark patina, very fine. A Military Long Service Decoration, Type IV, III Class for NCOs (6 Years Service), in bronze gilt and