Hesse, Grand Duchy. A Military Merit Cross 1870/71 Auction Archive dark patina on the two

dark patina on the two silver medals

in good condition

For his actions during these encounters in his role as Telephone Talker

which was held in Chicago

Hesse, Grand Duchy. A Military Merit Cross 1870/71 Auction Archive dark patina on the two(Militr Verdienstkreuz 1870 71). Instituted 12 September 1870 by Grand Duke Ludwig III. (1870 1885 issue). Constructed of gilded bronze, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte, the obverse with a central monogram of Ludwig III, the arms with an inscription of GOTT, EHRE, VATERLAND (GOD, HONOUR, FATHERLAND), the reverse with a central monogram of Ludwig III, the arms with an inscription of DEN 12. SEPTEMBER