United Kingdom. A British Army Ordnance Corps Commendation, C.1890 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac 8 mm (h) crossed maces

8 mm (h) crossed maces in silver gilt

the decision was made to invalid him to England

Its motto is "Per aspera ad astra" (Through hardships to the stars)

358 and awarded to non-commissioned officers and soldiers who served actively for at least sixteen years in the Royal Army

United Kingdom. A British Army Ordnance Corps Commendation, C.1890 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac 8 mm (h) crossed macesWell executed and of fine quality, four icons in silver gilt, affixed to a silver circular base with a raised edge bearing a wreath of laurel leaves, measuring 50. 5 mm (w) x 82 mm (h) inclusive of its rifle, crossed sheaths, chain and t bar suspension, original ribbon suspended from a hanger with pinback, extremely fine.