Germany. A Order Of The German Eagle, First Grade With Swords, By Godet & Co. certificate_of_authenticity framed by an intricate floral

framed by an intricate floral and ribboned border in the shape of a triangle

and in an excellent state

The collars are the same design and finish in miniature of the cap badge

He died from Arteriosclerosis due to valvular heart disease

After his departure from France

Germany. A Order Of The German Eagle, First Grade With Swords, By Godet & Co. certificate_of_authenticity framed by an intricate floral(Verdienstkreuz I. Stufe des Ordens vom Deutschen Adler mit Schwertern). Issued 1937 1945. Multi piece construction; consisting of a Maltese cross in silver gilt, with white enameled arms, and with partially enameled national eagles fastened between each of the arms; on a broad loop for suspension marked 900 for silver content and 21 for Grebrder Godet & Co., Berlin; measuring 50. 40 mm (w) x 50. 45 mm (h); weighing 30. 3 grams; with its full length