Germany, Imperial. A Medal Bar for a Bavarian First World War Combatant Auction edge nicks on the IGSM

edge nicks on the IGSM and the VM

Introduced in 1912

flanked by an anchor on the left and a number "5" at the right

include moderate scratching and loss of paint throughout the exterior of the shell

the reverse medallion presents two enamelled crossed French flags separating the inscription HONNEUR ET PATRIE

Germany, Imperial. A Medal Bar for a Bavarian First World War Combatant Auction edge nicks on the IGSM(Ordensschnalle). A medal bar for a Bavarian combatant of the First World War, featuring three decorations, including: 1. A Bavarian Military Merit Cross, III Class with Swords, constructed of coppered bronze, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Maltese Cross with pebbled swords, the obverse bearing a central monogram of King Ludwig II, situated within a stylized belt and buckle bearing an inscription of MERENTI