Austrian Long Service Award

[Tim B.]

Thought I would post a newer item in hopes to generate some discussion on these.

Here's an 1890-1918, 25 Year Service Cross; 3rd Class for Officers. I have heard it's one of the private purchase versions with the mother of pearl reverse. Quite nice in details and very lightweight compared to many other awards.

Based on the ribbon attachment using the "hook & eye" vice hook and grommet, I am told this is probably earlier in the time period for these examples.

Tim

[Tim B.]

Here's a close-up of the eagle. You can find these medals in several variations and are in two sizes. This one is an example with the smaller eagle. Larger eagle versions slightly overlap the medal's center section.

Beautiful mother of pearl reverse. I was told by another collector, that this was one way the wearer countered the staining effects from the medal on the dress white uniform.

Tim