Russia, Imperial. A 47th Ukrainian Infantry Regiment Badge certificate_of_authenticity with period translations in Croatian

with period translations in Croatian on five separate sheets of paper (237x311mm

the reverse inscribed “Für Treue Dienste in der SS” (For Loyal Services in the SS)

constructed of a light card stock binding with 65 paginated interior pages featuring detailed descriptions of SS disciplinary regulations and procedures

with buttonhole attachment that has rusted with time

It was renamed the Distinguished Service Cross in October 1914

Russia, Imperial. A 47th Ukrainian Infantry Regiment Badge certificate_of_authenticity with period translations in CroatianIn silvered bronze, a three piece construction maltese cross with dates inscribed bearing 1798, 1909, 1898, and 1877, the center of the cross is pierced to allow the screwpost to pass through, the center medallion features a cyrillic monogram within a crowned curtain, the reverse bearing a single screwpost attached to the center medallion with a screwplate, measures 37. 20 mm (w) x 39. 05 mm (h), weighs 11. 65 grams, tarnishing throughout, light wear,