A German Social Welfare Decoration; First Class Cross Newly Listed 1898) in embossed gold-coloured ink

1898) in embossed gold-coloured ink

Accompanied by a 24 mm long brass pin

It is noted in his records that he was issued a second War Service Badge

the lid hinged via electric welding

He was later stationed at Debert

A German Social Welfare Decoration; First Class Cross Newly Listed 1898) in embossed gold-coloured inkCross In bronze gilt, 52. 50mm(w) x 57. 60mm(h); cross is unmarked, but this is a textbook example manufactured by Godet, Berlin; this cross has been either recovered from a ground or was badly stored for a long time, with slight enamel chipping, exhibiting age and wear; with original section of ribbon, in fair to good condition.