Germany, Republic. A Merit Order Of The Federal Republic, Officer Cross With Boutonniere Auction Archive unfit for further service

unfit for further service

The certificate is called a “Berechtigungsausweis”

A 1931-34 Manchurian War Incident Medal - In bronze

with all of its original silvering worn off

marked "PATENT" on the raised clip and "D

Germany, Republic. A Merit Order Of The Federal Republic, Officer Cross With Boutonniere Auction Archive unfit for further service(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland). Issued 1951 Current. Constructed of bronze gilt, with red enameled arms; the obverse with a black enameled eagle; the reverse with a vertical pinback, and a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 53. 30 mm (w) x 53. 17 mm (h); weighing 16. 8 grams. Accompanied by its boutonniere featuring a miniature version of the award tied to a bow ribbon. Accompanied by its presentation case of issue;