Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction In stamped brass with stamped

In stamped brass with stamped nickel plated face plate affixed by solder points

in case of issue (case good very fine condition)

often shooting buildings ahead of the accompanying infantry to clear them of possible defenders

northern France

1942 and then appointed to H

Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 Auction In stamped brass with stamped(Greiffen Orden Komturkreuz). Issued 1884 1918. A silver gilt Maltese cross with very think red enamels on the arms of the cross; the obverse with a round central silver gilt medallion depicting a Griffon; the reverse plain with red enamels on the arms of the cross; with a replacement loop suspension (the suspension ring appears to have been pierced through the upper suspension by force); with its period original ribbon; measuring 61. 85 mm (w) x 62.