1809 Field Service Cross for Enlisted Men, Type I
SKU: 02.BRU.0106.102.01
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Attributes
Physical Description
A straight-armed cross pattée constructed of bronze. The quadrants between the arms bear a wreath. The obverse centre bears a horse and the arms bear the inscription "CARL FRIEDRICH AUGUST WILHELM". The reverse centre bears the date "1809" and the arms bear the inscription "FÜR TREUE UND TAPFERKEIT 1809" (for loyalty and bravery). On a loop for suspension on a blue ribbon.
History
The 1809 Field Service Cross was established by Duke Carl II of Brunswick on October 30, 1824. It was established to honour those who accompanied his father on the march from Bohemia to England. The Cross for Enlisted Men does not feature an enameled wreath between the cross arms. The 1809 Field Service Cross for Enlisted Men, Type I was awarded from 1824 to 1830.
Versions
$1,000 USD
Bronze
Obv: CARL FRIEDRICH AUGUST WILHELM Rev: FÜR TREUE UND TAPFERKEIT 1809
31.5x32mm
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