A 1914 Austrian “Patriotic Cross” Donation Badge By H.e, Peuckner Newly Listed He was the 583rd recipient

He was the 583rd recipient of the Oak Leaves

along with extensive wear present on the leather flaps and drawstrings from active use

contained within case of issue

and with two prongs on reverse intact

He died on August 16

A 1914 Austrian “Patriotic Cross” Donation Badge By H.e, Peuckner Newly Listed He was the 583rd recipientGilded brass with red and black enamels; pin on reverse; maker marked H. E Peuckner, Knigl Hoflt., Dresden and Ges Gesch; measuring 22 mm x 20mm; near very fine condition. Footnote: These pins were sold to the Austrian public during the First War. The donations raised went towards Kriegsweisenheimen (war orphanages).