First Republic, Austrian Merit Order - Hold as the second of four

as the second of four Battalions that made up the Nova Scotia Highland Brigade

The Order of the Iron Crown in Gold

though it is known makers were BRACA KNAUS and ME-BA

The dark blue leather on the grip and scabbard are in extremely fine condition

In August 1916

First Republic, Austrian Merit Order - Hold as the second of fourGrand Cross First Class with Eagle. Cross, in silver gilt and enamels, 48x55mm, unmarked, of very fine quality manufacture, extremely fine condition. Mounted on a full length of original sash. Star, in silver, silver gilt and enamels, 95mm, maker marked on reverse "Anton Reitterer, Wien". Of very fine quality manufacture, extremely fine condition. Extremely rare set of insignia, only five Grand Cross First Class with Eagle awarded, as follows: Dr.