Germany, Imperial. A Group Of First War Period Patriotic Badges Auction Archive Scuffing and material fatigue consistent

Scuffing and material fatigue consistent with light usage is evident to the sole and leather features

gilt type "MILITAER VERDIENSTKREUZ" and insignia illustrating a wreath backed by crossed swords on the lid

Surrounded by a white enameled ring inscribed “Merenti” (Merit) in silver lettering

"Lemaitre a Paris"

measuring 40 mm (w) x 248 mm (h)

Germany, Imperial. A Group Of First War Period Patriotic Badges Auction Archive Scuffing and material fatigue consistent(Erster Weltkrieg Abzeichen). A group of three First War period badges, including a 1914 Iron Cross medallion, constructed of silvered bronze with black enamels, on loop for suspension, unmarked, measuring 35 mm (w) x 38 mm (h), in very fine condition; a Landwehr Distinguished Service Clasp, constructed of blackened magnetic metal with blue ribbon, horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 48 mm (w) x 28 mm (h), in very fine condition, and; an Iron