during the First World War
Maker marked "ENTWURF PEEKHAUS AUSF
He was likely treated with an application of the antiseptic gentian violet
Black celluloid grip exhibits multiple contact marks and has experienced a crack on the same side as the SS runes exhibited on the ricasso
Butson died on March 24
A 5Th Class German Eagle Order; Officer By Godet With Case Auction during the First World WarSilver gilt with white enamels, maker marked "21" (Godet & Shn, Berlin) and marked "900" (silver) on the ring, 45 mm x 50. 7 mm inclusive of its ball suspension, original ribbon with pinback, very light contact, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, eagle insignia on the lid, marked "Deutscher Adlerorden V. Klasse" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, lightly scuffing and soiling evident on the exterior, case very fine.