Austria, Imperial. A Military Long Service Decoration, I Class for Officers Auction Archive but with the obverse of

but with the obverse of the buckle being exceptionally well preserved

bronzed steel

Stuttgart” (unknown maker) on the reversel measuring 36

reverse bears brooch pinback

Austria, Imperial. A Military Long Service Decoration, I Class for Officers Auction Archive but with the obverse of(Militrdienstzeichen fr 25 Jahre). Instituted September 19, 1849. Type I (1849 1867). In bronze gilt, a cross pattee with pebbled arms, the obverse features a superimposed silver doubleheaded eagle, the reverse features a mother of pearl cross, measures 34. 55 mm (w) x 37. 45 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), worn on original triangular ribbon, light wear, in extremely fine condition. Footnote: Type I decorations are denoted by a double headed eagle