Military Merit Cross, Type I, II Class (1848)

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SKU: 02.MSW.0101.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$300 USD

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Estimated market value:

$300 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Cannon Bronze
  • Inscription
    Obv: FF 1848 Rev: FÜR AUSZEICHNUNG IM KRIEGE
  • Size
    40mm

History


The Military Merit Cross was originally founded by Grand Duke Friedrich Franz II and was conferred upon military personnel, regardless of rank, for demonstrating bravery during specific military campaigns and wars.

The Type I crosses were conferred to reward meritorious service rendered during the First War of Schleswig and the suppression of the German Revolution.

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