Austria, Imperial. A Sovereign Order Of The Knights Of Malta 1916, Merit Cross GTRexclude Before it reached Hammelburg

Before it reached Hammelburg

he left for the French theatre on February 24

and suspension between cross and the crown shows signs of repair

signed by Charles T

with reinforced button holes and using the same buttons as those used on the fly

Austria, Imperial. A Sovereign Order Of The Knights Of Malta 1916, Merit Cross GTRexclude Before it reached HammelburgIn silver gilt with red and white enamels, illegible hallmark on the ring, measuring 39. 5 mm (w) x 43 mm (h) inclusive of its ring suspension, intact enamels, original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, gilt Maltese cross on the lid, marked "B" on the bottom, maroon felt recessed medal bed, extensive wear and scuffing on the exterior, case fair.