Austria, Republic. An Honour Badge For The Merit Of The Republic Of Austria, Gold Merit Cross By Reitterer Hold 1891 in Giebichenstein (Saxony Anhalt)

1891 in Giebichenstein (Saxony Anhalt)

with sun rays between the quadrants of each arm

as a Lieutenant with the Army Veterinary Corps

and public service outside the civil service

led by Squadron Leader Geoffrey Page (an ace with 15 kills)

Austria, Republic. An Honour Badge For The Merit Of The Republic Of Austria, Gold Merit Cross By Reitterer Hold 1891 in Giebichenstein (Saxony Anhalt)(Ehrenzeichen fr Verdienste um die Republik sterreich). Instituted in 1952. In silver gilt, a cross with pebbled interior field, reverse mirrors obverse, measures 32. 5mm (w) x 37. 2mm (h), weighs 16. 4 grams, worn on original triangular ribbon, minor wear, in extremely fine condition. Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette exterior, interior marked with makers mark ANTON REITTERER, a black velvet recessed medal bed, measures 58mm