Austria, Empire. A War Cross For Civil Merit, Ii Class, C.1915 Newly Listed 44 mm (h - inclusive

44 mm (h - inclusive of imperial crown)

He was to spend five days here before leaving for his unit in the field on February 4

for his distinguished service during the war

the reverse bears a blue stamp reading “STUDIO KOWILSKY ILICA 21 - TEL

Queen Isabel II issue

Austria, Empire. A War Cross For Civil Merit, Ii Class, C.1915 Newly Listed 44 mm (h - inclusive(Kreigskreuz fr Zivilverdienste). Instituted in 1915. Multi piece construction, in bronze gilt with white enamels, maker marked "BACKRUCK" and hallmarked on the pin, measuring 45. 7 mm (w) x 46 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red pebbled exterior, inside lid in white cloth and padded, off white felt medal bed, measuring 71. 8 mm (w) x 71. 8 mm (h) x 25 mm (d),