German, Imperial. A Colonial Award By J.c. Gante Buy Now of exceptional quality

of exceptional quality

1917 in Mudau near Mosbach (southwestern Germany)

The obverse is acid etched with the NPEA’s motto “Mehr sein als scheinen” (Be more than you seem)

his left hand gripping the hilt of a sword

he was subsequently present in operations on the Punjab Frontier 1897-98 and won a "mention" (London Gazette 11 February 1898 refers)

German, Imperial. A Colonial Award By J.c. Gante Buy Now of exceptional quality(Medaille). A Maltese cross, the obverse presents a central enamelled medallion bearing a golden lion and palm tree, the reverse plain, maker mark J. C. GANTE BERLIN, on loop for suspension from period original ribbon tied in a bow with a horizontal pinback, decorated with a German Imperial pendant, the cross measures 38 mm (w) x 38 mm (h), and in good condition.