Austria, Empire. A Military Merit Cross, First Period (One Class), Type III with War Decoration Republic of They each measure approximately 200

They each measure approximately 200 mm (w) x 290 mm (l)

each constructed of zink and retaining both reverse attachment prongs

and bearing silvered bronze insignia in the form of dual oak leaves with acorns

The scabbard has a durable silvered iron body

Austria, Empire. A Military Merit Cross, First Period (One Class), Type III with War Decoration Republic of They each measure approximately 200(Militrverdienstkreuz). Instituted on October 24th, 1849. First Period (1849 1914). (c. 1860s issue). An early and well preserved example of this award, of multi piece construction, in silver with red and white enamels, on a fixed ring and swivel loop for suspension from its period original tri fold ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with red and white enameled arms, with gilded laurel leaves in the quadrants between the arms of the cross, the