Prussia. Red Cross Medal 2nd Class (Silver)

Item description

Rote-Kreuz-Medaille 2. Klasse – Red Cross Medal 2nd Class

Reference: OEK 1871

Cross instituted on 1.10.1898 by the Emperor Wilhelm II, inspired by his wife Augusta Victoria (letters on face mean: W – Wilhelm, R – Rex A – Augusta, V – Victoria). Awarded to women and men for merits for the Red Cross, both in war as well in peacetime.

Silver with fine patina, cross red enameled, on original old ribbon.