Austria, Empire. A War Cross For Civil Merit, Ii Class, C.1915 Newly Listed in soft tissues

in soft tissues

the belt fed through its loop and securing the buckle in place

1917 and 1932

It is smooth

and Kansho (1460-1466) periods

Austria, Empire. A War Cross For Civil Merit, Ii Class, C.1915 Newly Listed in soft tissues(Kreigskreuz fr Zivilverdienste). Instituted in 1915. Multi piece construction, in bronze gilt with white enamels, maker marked "BACKRUCK" and hallmarked on the pin, measuring 45. 7 mm (w) x 46 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red pebbled exterior, inside lid in white cloth and padded, off white felt medal bed, measuring 71. 8 mm (w) x 71. 8 mm (h) x 25 mm (d),