Austria, First Republic. A Merit Order I Class Grand Cross, Special Grade, By Anton Reiterer, C.1934 Auction there are discussions that there

there are discussions that there were a few badges that did not include this overlay

the obverse with an Austrian Republic eagle within a laurel wreath

Republic: Organized Volunteers Medal 1918-1938 (in bronze gilt

Issued 1892-1918

the exterior featuring seven integral loops of identical construction for the optional insertion of foliage

Austria, First Republic. A Merit Order I Class Grand Cross, Special Grade, By Anton Reiterer, C.1934 Auction there are discussions that there(sterreichischer Verdienstorden, Grokreuz). Instituted on September 29, 1934. (Issued 1934 1938). The grand cross sash badge consisting of a red enameled Seipels cross constructed of silver gilt, the obverse depicting a black enameled Austrian double headed eagle with a red white red enameled shield on its chest, suspended from a knurled ribbon suspension and a ring from its period original and full size sash ribbon, measuring 48. 54 mm (w) x 51. 58