A Bavarian Military Merit Cross; 2Nd Class With Crown & Swords By Deschler Auction with swivel-ring suspension and riband

with swivel-ring suspension and riband buckle also in gold

in pocket of issue (by same maker

stating that he had previous military service with the Argyle Mountain Battery

stating his occupation as Mechanic

Austria: Iron Merit Cross (war materials

A Bavarian Military Merit Cross; 2Nd Class With Crown & Swords By Deschler Auction with swivel-ring suspension and ribandIn frosted silver with black and white enamels, with frosted bronze crossed swords, 42 mm x 64 mm inclusive of its crown and crossed swords suspension, original independent ribbon, intact enamels, scattered silvering wear, very light contact, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "Bayr. M. V. Kr. 2. Kl. m. d. Kr." on the lid, maker marked "DESCHLER & SOHN MNCHEN" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, light wear and soiling evident