Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross "1849", I Class In Gold, By V.mayer, C.1900 United Republic of inscribed "CWA" in the centre

inscribed "CWA" in the centre

Distinguished Flying Medal

The cap is unmarked and measures approximately 215 mm (w) x 260 mm (l) x 165 mm (h)

Pilot/Navigator Badge (two-piece construction

The Order of the Golden Fleece was established on January 10

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross "1849", I Class In Gold, By V.mayer, C.1900 United Republic of inscribed "CWA" in the centre(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. Type II (1875 1913). In Gold with red and white enamels, weighing 14. 6 grams, hallmarked with a goat's head flanked by a "3" on the left and an "A" (Vienna) on the right, and maker marked "V. MAYER & SHNE IN WIEN" on the ring, measuring 35. 5 mm (w) x 55. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, tiny scuff mark in the white enamels on the reverse centrepiece, very light contact overall, original triangular