Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Newly Listed measuring 148 mm (w) x

measuring 148 mm (w) x 210 mm (h) when unfolded and constructed of off-white card stock

it was discovered that he was underage for military service

blackened bronze centrepiece

minor age-appropriate discolouration is evident along with a small tear to the edge

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Newly Listed measuring 148 mm (w) x(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. First Period (1849 1875). In silver with red enamels, maker marked "F. BRAUN IN WIEN" on the ring, measuring 30. 2 mm (w) x 33. 7 mm (h) inclusive of laterally pierced ball suspension, chipping evident in the red enamels on the arm at 3 o'clock on the obverse, replacement triangular ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine.