Saxon Duchies. A Saxe-Ernestine House Order 1914 Sword Clasp Archive in its hardshelled case of

in its hardshelled case of issue)

central plate in enameled and silvered tombac

the eagle bears a gorget featuring a cross over its wingspan and clutches a raised silvered banner in its talons inscribed “FÜR SCHLESIEN” (“For Silesia”)

Footnote: This cross is documented as having been awarded 852 times

wearing the Knight’s Cross

Saxon Duchies. A Saxe-Ernestine House Order 1914 Sword Clasp Archive in its hardshelled case of(Schwerterspange 1914 fr Silberne Verdienstmedaille). Constructed of silver, the obverse consisting of a ribbed plaque bearing a raised date of 1914, unmarked, measuring 38. 30 mm (w) x 16. 25 mm (h), weighing 4. 5 grams, with some tarnishing evident, in very fine condition.