Germany, Imperial. A Gold Pectoral Cross, C. 1870 GTRexclude until January 1947

until January 1947

each tab supporting pebbled aluminum clips that are stitched in place and marked with the RZM (Reichszeugmeisterei) insignia

numbered “6468” with its description

1 on March 3

all three illustrating Burke in the field taken with his comrades in front of a tent

Germany, Imperial. A Gold Pectoral Cross, C. 1870 GTRexclude until January 1947(Brustkreuz in Gold). A striking early Imperial period Latin style pectoral cross, constructed of 18k Gold, the twelve oclock arm topped by an integral loop and suspension ring, unmarked, measuring 41. 70 mm (w) x 76. 18 mm (h), weighing 8. 9 grams, executed in a style worn by both church officials and period chaplains, in extremely fine condition.