Austria, Imperial. Two First War Patriotic Badges Auction Archive XI - The United States

XI - The United States Draws the Sword

measuring 100x148mm

worn as common to this type

A British 1899-1900 Transvaal War (Boer War) National Commemorative Medal - White metal

Two piece construction fastened together by three bolts

Austria, Imperial. Two First War Patriotic Badges Auction Archive XI - The United StatesIn bronze gilt, a crescent moon shaped badge with rich detailing, three central shields superimposed on the obverse bearing emblems of Austria, the reverse with a horizontal pin, an unofficial mark, measures 41. 2mm (w) x 33. 1mm (h), weighs 9. 2 grams, enamels intact, in very fine condition. In silvered war material and multicoloured enamels, presenting a central large double headed eagle surrounded by a blue enamel ring, horizontal pin on the