Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 Newly Listed otherwise VF

otherwise VF

as well as belonging to the Masonic Order

maker marked "KARL P

The medal was designed by William Wyon

accompanied by a paper insert with description of fate of ship and alleged German propaganda efforts

Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 Newly Listed otherwise VF( ( )). Instituted in 1917. Multi piece construction, in silvered bronze with red, white and green enamels, unmarked, measuring 45. 3 mm (w) x 51 mm (h), intact enamels, scattered silvering wear, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross) was instituted on May 30, 1917 and was awarded in three grades, to gentlemen and ladies.