Württemberg. A Merit Cross With Swords, With Swords Newly Listed always assisting them in every

always assisting them in every possible manner to become more efficient and capable in their trade

on a red enamelled bronze-based dome

The British followed suit with their Brodie Helmet

/SS-Panzer-Regiment 3 "Totenkopf”

Late Pattern NSDAP Political Leadership Swallow's Nest for GAU Drum-Major

Württemberg. A Merit Cross With Swords, With Swords Newly Listed always assisting them in every(Verdienstkreuz mit Schwertern). Issued 1915 1918. Constructed of silver, with silver gilt crossed swords between the arms of the cross; the obverse inscribed with the crowned royal monogram of William; the reverse inscribed VERDIENST (German Merit); on a double loop for suspension from its period original ribbon; measuring 31. 52 mm (w) x 36. 15 mm (h); weighing 9. 6 grams; in better than very fine condition.