Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Newly Listed A Second War 5th Ranger

A Second War 5th Ranger Battalion Shoulder Flash

it was discovered that he was underage for military service

measuring 148 mm (w) x 210 mm (h) when unfolded and constructed of off-white card stock

The The Medal for Constancy as well as I

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, By F.braun, C.1870 Newly Listed A Second War 5th Ranger(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. First Period (1849 1875). In silver with red enamels, maker marked "F. BRAUN IN WIEN" on the ring, measuring 30. 2 mm (w) x 33. 7 mm (h) inclusive of laterally pierced ball suspension, chipping evident in the red enamels on the arm at 3 o'clock on the obverse, replacement triangular ribbon with hook and eye, better than very fine.