Austria, Imperial. A First War Patriotic Badge Hold Various later decrees modified (expanded)

Various later decrees modified (expanded) the award criteria to include those who died of wounds

the obverse bears the coat of arms of Salzburg in enamels

evidence exists that some SS members wore this type of skull

Footnote: The MVSN (Milizia Volontaria per la Sicurezza Nazionale = Volunteer Army for National Security) was the Fascist Militia formed soon after Mussolini's rise to power in 1923 (somewhat equivilant to the NSDAP SturmAbeitelung in Germany)

a Transport Driver sleeve badge

Austria, Imperial. A First War Patriotic Badge Hold Various later decrees modified (expanded)In silvered metal, a round disc with a detailed pattern, the obverse medallion is gilded, presenting a black enamelled eagle with Austrian coat of arms on the chest, the reverse presents a single horizontal pin, measures 40. 7mm (w) x 40. 8mm (h), weighs 11. 2 grams, enamels intact, light wear around the exterior, in very fine condition.