A Grouping Of A War Merit Cross 2Nd Class With Swords And A War Merit Medal Newly Listed 207 mm x 296 mm

207 mm x 296 mm

Epaulette Pair with Carrier (each epaulette with decorative stiff-frames

these medals were produced by removing the reverse inscription on the 1914-1919 Red Cross Medal and then re-engraving the new inscription on them

period replacement pin but this is a positive alteration as the original pin was simply a prong which was not secure and has been upgraded by the recipient

Double-sided paper with black print

A Grouping Of A War Merit Cross 2Nd Class With Swords And A War Merit Medal Newly Listed 207 mm x 296 mmA grouping of a War Merit Cross Second Class with Swords; the cross in bronzed tombac; on a loop for suspension (marked 110 for Otto Zappe, Gablonz); with a mint period original ribbon; measuring 47. 42 mm x 47. 53 mm; weighing 24. 9 grams. The medal in bronze; loop for suspension; with a correct replacement ribbon; measuring 32. 48 mm in diameter; weighing 13. 6 grams. Overall better than very fine condition.