Military Merit Cross, Type IX, I Class (pin back, 1914)

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SKU: 02.MSW.0109.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$200+ USD

  • I Class Cross (pin back, 1914) (Bronze gilt) Obverse
  • I Class Cross (pin back, 1914) (Bronze gilt) Reverse
  • I Class Cross (pin back, 1914) (Bronze gilt) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$200+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Bronze gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: FF 1914
  • Size
    41x41mm
  • Image Licensing
    https://www.emedals.com/europe/germany/german-states/mecklenburg/a-mecklenburg-schwerin-military-merit-cross-1914-1st-class-2

Physical Description and Item Details


A Mecklenburg-Schwerin Military Merit Cross 1914; 1st Class - First War period issue; In bronze gilt, vaulted, 41mm x 41mm, vertical pinback, slightly worn, very fine condition; a nice example.

History


The 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 IX Cross was conferred to reward meritorious service rendered during the First World War.

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