Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Knight With Swords Hold (Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe)

(Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe)

very bright silver finish

1917: "During the operations against FRESNOY

slight scuffing at edges otherwise fine

47 mm x 68

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of The Crown, Knight With Swords Hold (Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe)(Ordre de la Couronne Kroonorde). In silvered bronze with blue, white and green enamels, gilt crown and centrepiece rings, cypher of Leopold II on the reverse centrepiece, measuring 44 mm (w) x 63. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, crossed silvered bronze swords on its original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Crown was instituted on October 15, 1897, the Palms and Medals being added June 25, 1898. It