GERMANY WW1 Prussia Kingdom War Merit cross

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GERMANY Prussia ImperialVERY NICE super quality cross Blackened ‘Kriegsmetall’ alloy Maltese cross with loop for ribbon suspension between the upper arms; the face with a circular central medallion bearing the crowned cipher of King Wilhelm II; the reverse with a circular central medallion inscribed ‘FÜR KRIEGS-HILFSDIENST’ (for War Aid Merit) above an oak wreath; on replaced correct ribbon. The Cross was instituted by King Wilhelm II on 5 December 1916 to be awarded as a recognition of outstanding patriotic war aid service, regardless of rank or status. It was suppressed in 1924. Check out my other items - opens in a new window or tab !