A War Merit Cross First Class By Steinhauer & Lück Of Lüdenscheid certificate_of_authenticity followed by a promotion to

followed by a promotion to Warrant Officer 1st Class on April 1

with bronze medal clasp with oak leaf decoration inscribed "For Long Faithful Service"

Footnote: The Most Illustrious Order of Saint Patrick is a dormant British order of chivalry associated with Ireland

Infantry Badge - Silver Grade - Fine quality badge in silvered tombac

A War Merit Cross First Class By Steinhauer & Lück Of Lüdenscheid certificate_of_authenticity followed by a promotion toA Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse mit Schwerter; in silvered zink; slender vertical banjo style pin with an integrated hinge and an integrated catch; maker marked 4 for Steinhauer & Lck, Ldenscheid on the obverse of the pin; measuring 48. 76 mm x 47. 97 mm; in very fine condition but with all of its original silvering worn off. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock with a textured black faux leather (leatherette)