Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross For 1870/71 Auction the reverse with a central

the reverse with a central medallion bearing a raised inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER POLIZEI” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN THE POLICE”)

carton very fine

moderate edge loss but otherwise very fine condition

The book measures 153 mm (w) x 226 mm (h)

Generalleutnant Walter Risse (1892-1965)

Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross For 1870/71 Auction the reverse with a central(Erinnerungskreuz fr 1870 71). Instituted 6 March 1871 by King Johann. (1871 issue). Constructed of gilded bronze with enamels, consisting of a Cross Patte with pebbled arms joined through the quadrants by a circular oak leaf wreath, the obverse bearing a central raised monogram of King Johann, set within a blue enameled ring, the reverse bearing central raised dates 1870 1871, unmarked, measuring 27. 24 mm (w) x 31. 72 mm (h), weighing 10. 8 grams,