Austria, Imperial. A Sovereign Order Of The Knights Of Malta 1916, Merit Cross GTRexclude with reinforced button holes and

with reinforced button holes and using the same buttons as those used on the fly

with only light contact marks

where both his brother officers were both killed

and suspension between cross and the crown shows signs of repair

signed by Charles T

Austria, Imperial. A Sovereign Order Of The Knights Of Malta 1916, Merit Cross GTRexclude with reinforced button holes andIn silver gilt with red and white enamels, illegible hallmark on the ring, measuring 39. 5 mm (w) x 43 mm (h) inclusive of its ring suspension, intact enamels, original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, gilt Maltese cross on the lid, marked "B" on the bottom, maroon felt recessed medal bed, extensive wear and scuffing on the exterior, case fair.