Germany, Federal Republic. A Merit Order, Officer Cross With Boutonniere & Case Hold Connected to the liner is

Connected to the liner is a fully intact hinge cover of identical composition

a letter of correspondence on War Organisation of the British Red Cross and Order of St

With case of issue

18 mm (w) x 43

70 mm x 44

Germany, Federal Republic. A Merit Order, Officer Cross With Boutonniere & Case Hold Connected to the liner is(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland). 1951 Issue. Constructed of bronze gilt, with red enameled arms; the obverse with a black enameled eagle; the reverse with a vertical pinback, and a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 53. 30 mm (w) x 53. 17 mm (h); weighing 16. 8 grams. Accompanied by its boutonniere featuring a miniature version of the award tied to a bow ribbon, with replacement horizontal pinback; accompanied by its