Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold 2) A War Merit Cross

2) A War Merit Cross Second Class ribbon with swords

A small hook was added to the apex of the reverse

the top and bottom edges are bordered by machine stitched silvery-grey

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Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold 2) A War Merit Cross(Verdienstkreuz in Gold). Issued 1912 1918. A Maltese cross constructed of gilded metal alloy; the obverse and reverse with a central metal medallion depicting the crowned royal monogram of Wilhelmus Rex; on a loop for suspension; measuring 39. 70 mm (w) x 39. 67 mm (h); mounted to its period original medal bar; with a zink core and a red wool backer; in overall better than very fine condition.