The inside of the reverse exterior cover is number engraved "8693B" and "9410B"
both unmarked and measuring 32 mm (w) x 114 mm (l)
including some running marks to the blade and tarnishing of the bronze elements
with minor loss of finish and material fatigue visible to the core and case
It is accompanied by a matching cover
Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order of Military Merit, V Class with Crown Republic of The inside of the reverse( ). Instituted May 18, 1900, by Ferdinand I. Type 1. In silver, featuring a red enameled Pisan cross, obverse centre bearing the monogram of the founder Knyaz Ferdinand, surrounded by a ring in green enamel with inscription (For Military Merit), reverse centre with Bulgarian lion, adorned by crown with internal red enameling, measures 48. 1 mm (w) x 74. 3 mm (h), enamel repairs to obverse and reverse 12 oclock arm where crown makes contact, small