This is a very fine textbook example of a German Army 12-year long service award (“Wehrmacht Dienstauszeichnung”)
(Militär-Ehrenzeichen 2
surrounded by a blue enameled ring with gilt inscription of “ALBERTUS ANIMOSUS” (“ALBERT THE MERCIFUL”) and arabesques
Of early quality in sold silver with eight muilti coloured enameled arms with centre eight armed sun burst displaying 3 stars denoting a 4th class badge
59 mm (w) x 48
Austria, Empire. An Order Of Franz Joseph In Gold, Miniature, C.1910 Buy Now This is a very fineA Miniature Austrian Order of Franz Joseph in Gold and enamels, measuring 13x23mm, unmarked, excellent quality, attached as originally worn to a chain (kette), in hallmarked 14k Gold and enamels, also maker hallmarked J & S., circa 1910, total length 15cm, in very fine condition.