Austria, Imperial. A State Prize for Horse Breeding United Republic of Instituted October 1947

Instituted October 1947

War Merit Cross II Class with Swords (3 May 1942)

on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon with “WEISSENBURG” and “SEDAN” campaign clasps

measuring 56 mm (w) x 98 mm (h) inclusive of its trophy-of-arms suspension

Austria, Imperial. A State Prize for Horse Breeding United Republic of Instituted October 1947Type IV. In Silver, an ovular medal with obverse featuring the left facing bust of Franz Joseph, the reverse presents a mare and foal on grassy field, surrounded by a wreath, measures 41. 7mm (w) x 53. 3mm (h), weighs 36. 7 grams (including ribbon), marked A on rim for Vienna Central Mint, and JAUNER on obverse at 5 o’ clock, lovely patina, minor edge knocks, in extremely fine condition.