Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction 1942 and then appointed to

1942 and then appointed to H

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He served during the Battle of britain

67 mm x 83 mm

THE QUEEN has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following award of the George Medal

Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction 1942 and then appointed to(Greiffen Orden Komturkreuz). Issued 1884 1918. A silver gilt Maltese cross with very think red enamels on the arms of the cross; the obverse with a round central silver gilt medallion depicting a Griffon; the reverse plain with red enamels on the arms of the cross; with a replacement loop suspension (the suspension ring appears to have been pierced through the upper suspension by force); with its period original ribbon; measuring 61. 85 mm (w) x 62.