Germany, Federal Republic. An Order Of Merit, Commander’s Cross Newly Listed signature and image remain very

signature and image remain very fine

The telling black celluloid grip exhibits only very light surface wear with no cracks or chips

The document states that Gefreiter (Lance Corporal) Ludwig Hadler of the 2nd Company of Luftwaffe Construction Battalion 21 in Luftgau XI (Hanover) has been promoted to Unteroffizier (NCO)

21 mm x 54

A well-preserved Heer EM/NCO’s M44 field blouse

Germany, Federal Republic. An Order Of Merit, Commander’s Cross Newly Listed signature and image remain very(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland, Groes Verdienstkreuz). Constructed of gilded bronze with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a Cross Patte with red enameled arms, bearing double sided central Federal Republic style German national eagles, the twelve oclock arm topped by a fan suspension with a loop retaining a period original full length neck ribbon, closing with a functional bronze buckle, unmarked, measuring 60. 05 mm (w) x 70. 71