Württemberg, Kingdom. A Merit Cross With Swords Auction maker marked "MENNICA PANSTWOWA" on

maker marked "MENNICA PANSTWOWA" on the screwback

measuring 29 mm (w) x 38 mm (h)

the belt exhibiting crazing on the upper from active use and remains very supple

with two coated metal springs on the interior of the scabbard

restoration and the interpretation of historic sites since its New York Society first undertook the preservation of the Van Cortlandt House in 1897

Württemberg, Kingdom. A Merit Cross With Swords Auction maker marked "MENNICA PANSTWOWA" on(Verdienstkreuz mit Schwertern). Instituted 2 July 1900 by King Wilhelm II. (1915 1918 issue). Constructed of silver with gilt, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with pebbled arms and with gilded swords piercing the centrepiece, the obverse bearing a central raised monogram of King Wilhelm II, the reverse bearing a central raised inscription of VERDIENST (MERIT), unmarked, measuring 31. 68 mm (w) x 36.