Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 GTRexclude with ink signature of Oberst

with ink signature of Oberst u

measuring 64 mm (w) X 88 mm (h)

by what authority and for what purpose they were issued

the unit was stationed in southern Russia

Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 GTRexclude with ink signature of Oberst( ( )). Instituted in 1917. Multi piece construction, in silvered bronze with red, white and green enamels, unmarked, measuring 45. 3 mm (w) x 51 mm (h), intact enamels, scattered silvering wear, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross) was instituted on May 30, 1917 and was awarded in three grades, to gentlemen and ladies.