Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Auction each measuring 38 mm (w)

each measuring 38 mm (w) x 42 mm (h)

embarking Le Havre

(worn on a side of the cap as an unit badge)

with a leather belt

it comes with period case and neck ribbon

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Auction each measuring 38 mm (w)(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.