Lübeck. A Hanseatic Cross Archive measuring between 114x83mm and 139x90mm

measuring between 114x83mm and 139x90mm

1814 during the reign of Tsar Alexander I

Epsom on July 27th

Fabricated from a black wool with fold down flaps also in black wool on either side

After completing his basic training on January 5

Lübeck. A Hanseatic Cross Archive measuring between 114x83mm and 139x90mm(Hanseatenkreuz). A cross pattee; constructed of silvered bronze; with red enameled arms; the obverse with a center medallion depicting a silvered Lbeck coat of arms; the reverse inscribed in the centre with Fr Verdienst im Kriege 1914 (For Merit in War 1914); on loop for suspension; measuring 39. 46 mm (w) x 39. 52 mm (h); weighing 16. 7 grams; with contact marks throughout; in overall better than fine condition.