Germany, Federal Republic. An Order of Merit, Grand Cross Sash and Star Set, by Steinhauer & Lück visually-hidden as of July 1

as of July 1

with silver hallmark on the rim

two clasps inscribed "DISTINGUISHED" and "SERVICE" on its original ribbon

an interesting and unusual pair to a veteran of the North African and Mediterranean threatres in very fine condition

The Army Veterinary Corps played a crucial but often overlooked role during World War I

Germany, Federal Republic. An Order of Merit, Grand Cross Sash and Star Set, by Steinhauer & Lück visually-hidden as of July 1(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland Groes Verdienstkreuz am Schulterband mit Stern). Instituted 7 September 1951. (1951 present issue). A Grand Cross set of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, consisting of: 1. A sash cross, constructed of gilded bronze with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a Cross Patte with red enameled arms, bearing double sided central Federal Republic style German national eagles executed in