Austria, Empire. Two Badges Auction the obverse with a central

the obverse with a central black enameled medallion bearing a silver crowned monogram of Ludwig III within a white enameled border in the form of a buckled belt with silver letters reading “MERENTI” (“MERIT”)

three are sepia-toned

and in November was embarked for the Philippines

presenting as a Maltese Cross join through the arms by stylized green enamel oak leaves

Austria, Empire. Two Badges Auction the obverse with a centralIncludes: 1. Vienna Volunteer Rescue Society Merit Badge (multi piece hollow construction, obverse in bronze gilt with black enamels, gilt metal backer, illustrating the bust of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (1837 1898) within a beaded circular frame, centered on a six pointed star, backed by fire flames on the horizon and water waves below, surrounded by the inscription "WIENERFREIWILLIGE RETTUNGS CESELLSCHAFT" (Vienna Volunteer Rescue Society) and