Germany, Federal Republic. An Order Of Merit, Commander’s Cross Auction in turn topped by a

in turn topped by a ring with an additional loop that retains a period original full-length neck ribbon

it retains nearly 100% of original finish

as well as some civilians

which he based on a popular ski outfit of the time and black was chosen as the colour

Germany, Federal Republic. An Order Of Merit, Commander’s Cross Auction in turn topped by a(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Groes Verdienstkreuz). Constructed of gilded bronze with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a Cross Patte with red enameled arms, bearing double sided central Federal Republic style German national eagles, the twelve oclock arm topped by a fan suspension with a loop retaining a period original full length neck ribbon, closing with a functional bronze buckle, unmarked, measuring 60. 05 mm (w) x 70. 71