Hello once again,
I'm hoping this is the correct forum for this medal. I would of went with Imperial German awards but since this wasn't instituted until 1934 I'll put it here.
This medal is one of many brought back to the States by the late William F. Henry (see my other posts for additional items). It is your typical "Eurenkreuz des Weltkrieg" combatant's grade in solid bronze. It is in mint shape and on the back at the bottom it is marked W.R. No other markings can be seen. The ribbon is intact and also in excellent shape.
Here's where we depart from what I have normally seen. Attached to the top of the ribbon is a small shield or crest type badge. It is two piece and made out of very light, thin aluminum. Sandwiched between these pieces of metal is a piece of thin cloth embroidered with a coat of arms or "wappen" with the words "MOERS" above it. The metal is secured to the ribbon by a pin device. Also, the thin sheets of aluminum are secured to one another by thin tabs that are bent over and secure all three pieces together. All in all, a tiny and very meticulous set up. Any guesses as to what this crest means, along with the word "MOERS"? Family name, town name, etc. Ever seen one like this?
Many thanks,
Eric.
I'm hoping this is the correct forum for this medal. I would of went with Imperial German awards but since this wasn't instituted until 1934 I'll put it here.
This medal is one of many brought back to the States by the late William F. Henry (see my other posts for additional items). It is your typical "Eurenkreuz des Weltkrieg" combatant's grade in solid bronze. It is in mint shape and on the back at the bottom it is marked W.R. No other markings can be seen. The ribbon is intact and also in excellent shape.
Here's where we depart from what I have normally seen. Attached to the top of the ribbon is a small shield or crest type badge. It is two piece and made out of very light, thin aluminum. Sandwiched between these pieces of metal is a piece of thin cloth embroidered with a coat of arms or "wappen" with the words "MOERS" above it. The metal is secured to the ribbon by a pin device. Also, the thin sheets of aluminum are secured to one another by thin tabs that are bent over and secure all three pieces together. All in all, a tiny and very meticulous set up. Any guesses as to what this crest means, along with the word "MOERS"? Family name, town name, etc. Ever seen one like this?
Many thanks,
Eric.
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