Austria, Republic. An Austrian Merit Order, Gold Merit Cross, C.1936 Archive worn yet very fine

worn yet very fine

so called "Hammerhead" Sleeve Eagle

The coat of arms depicts a Mexican golden eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus devouring a snake

taken in Doboj

Austria, Republic. An Austrian Merit Order, Gold Merit Cross, C.1936 Archive worn yet very fine(sterriechischer Verdienstorden, Verdienstkreuz in Gold). Issued 1934 1938. A Seipels cross constructed of gilt bronze; on a loop for suspension; with its period original ribbon; measuring 32. 89 mm (w) x 35. 01 mm (h); weighing 27. 8 grams with its ribbon; in overall near mint condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr. Goodwin