Austria, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Gold Cross, C.1936 Newly Listed defending a mountainous position

defending a mountainous position

maker marked "KARL PICHL INNSBRUCK" on the reverse

unmarked but typical Deschler made medal

He was transferred to 423 Squadron on October 14

Buckle in zinc alloy

Austria, Republic. An Order Of Merit, Gold Cross, C.1936 Newly Listed defending a mountainous position(sterreichischer Verdienstorden, Goldenes Verdienstkreuz). Issued 1934 1938. A bronze gilt Seipels cross; on a period original ribbon; measuring 32. 82 mm (w) x 34. 95 mm (h); weighing 28. 0 grams; in overall extremely fine 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 between 1946 1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an