with four national eagles (Hoheitszeichen) between the arms of the cross
Named to Brevet Major John Edward Michell
his unit was embedded with Army Group North and was engaged in combat during Operation Bagration
40mm (x 62 mm inclusive of the crown suspension)
very god condition
Netherlands, Kingdom. An Order Of Orange-Nassau, Civil Division, Silver Grade Medal, C.1960 certificate_of_authenticity with four national eagles (Hoheitszeichen)(Ordre van Oranje Nassau). Instituted in 1892. In silver, measuring 27 mm (w) x 48 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, very light contact, original ribbon with safety pin attachment, near extremely fine. In its case of issue, navy blue pebbled exterior, inscribed "KANSELARIJ DER NEDERLANDSE ORDEN" (The Chancery of the Dutch Orders) on the lid, recessed medal bed in navy blue felt, measuring 60 mm (w) x 122 mm (h) x 13 mm (d), wear spots evident