Austria, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Gold Cross, C.1936 United Republic of Initially posted to HMS Drake

Initially posted to HMS Drake in the rank of Stoker 2nd Class

5 mm inclusive of its gilt and red enamelled half moon and star suspension

very impressive looking badge

London Gazette 15

Austria, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Gold Cross, C.1936 United Republic of Initially posted to HMS Drake(sterreichischer Verdienstorden, Goldenes Verdienstkreuz). Issued 1934 1938. A bronze gilt Seipels cross; on a period original ribbon; measuring 32. 82 mm (w) x 34. 95 mm (h); weighing 28. 0 grams; in overall extremely fine condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr. Goodwin between 1946 1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an