Austria-Hungary. Gold Cross of Merit with Crown, sign. Wilh. Kunz, 2nd awarding

Item description

Goldenes Verdienstkreuz mit der Krone – Gold Cross of Merit with Crown

Instituted 1849 by Emperor Franz Joseph I. Cross in gold, on war ribbon, with Wiederholungsspange (repeated award clasp) and swords. Marked on the ring with manufacturers mark: Wilh. Kunz, Wien X.

Gilded bronze, enameled. Very nice condition, no enamel damages. On original old ribbon with clasp and swords.