Mecklenburg-Strelitz. A Merit Cross 1. Class For Bravery Hold reverse illustrating Britannia holding a

reverse illustrating Britannia holding a wreath to crown her new king and queen

(Un-named as issued)

and maker marked “FLL” for “Friedlich Linden

28 mm x 32

1939-42  - Right hand side collar tab

Mecklenburg-Strelitz. A Merit Cross 1. Class For Bravery Hold reverse illustrating Britannia holding a(Kreuz 1. Klasse fr Auszeichnung im Kriege fr Tapferkeit). A cross patte constructed of silvered bronze; the obverse inscribed Fr Tapferkeit on a pebbled field, within a laurel wreath; vertical pinback, with a functional barrel hinge and a round wire catch; measuring 40. 22 mm (w) x 40. 31 mm (h); weighing 16. 7 grams; in overall good condition.