Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold clear glue residue on the

clear glue residue on the reverse from previous board mounting

and this example matches precisely the examples and features of the Cross he describes (p

3 mm x 103

with gold wash lost over time

Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted Hold clear glue residue on the(Verdienstkreuz in Gold). Issued 1912 1918. A Maltese cross constructed of gilded metal alloy; the obverse and reverse with a central metal medallion depicting the crowned royal monogram of Wilhelmus Rex; on a loop for suspension; measuring 39. 70 mm (w) x 39. 67 mm (h); mounted to its period original medal bar; with a zink core and a red wool backer; in overall better than very fine condition.