The interior is fully encompassed by a padded grey cotton-blended liner
but otherwise near mint condition
to carry out reconnaissance in support of the British Expeditionary Force
also appears unmarked
constructed of a dark blue wool backer bearing a machine-embroidered golden-yellow insignia
Austria, Republic. An Honour Badge For The Merit Of The Republic Of Austria, Gold Merit Cross By Reitterer United Republic of The interior is fully encompassed(Ehrenzeichen fr Verdienste um die Republik sterreich). Instituted in 1952. In silver gilt, a cross with pebbled interior field, reverse mirrors obverse, measures 32. 5mm (w) x 37. 2mm (h), weighs 16. 4 grams, worn on original triangular ribbon, minor wear, in extremely fine condition. Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette exterior, interior marked with makers mark ANTON REITTERER, a black velvet recessed medal bed, measures 58mm