Germany, Democratic Republic. A Rare Order of Karl Marx in Gold, with Case and Award Documents Archive measuring 20 mm (w) x

measuring 20 mm (w) x 23

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each of which represents six years' additional continuous efficient service (in silver

The cap band itself is constructed of dark dark green “Flaschengrün” wool with a very even feel

Germany, Democratic Republic. A Rare Order of Karl Marx in Gold, with Case and Award Documents Archive measuring 20 mm (w) x(Karl Marx Orden in Gold mit Etui). Instituted 5 May 1953 by the Council of Ministers. (1953 1989 issue). Constructed of 23K Gold with enamels, the obverse consisting of a five pointed star with red enameled arms, bearing a central circular medallion overlaid by a raised profile of Karl Marx executed in exceptional detail, all in turn overlaying a cluster of oak leaves, the twelve oclock arm topped by an eyelet and suspension ring connecting to a