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”)

the lid bearing a silvered and embossed LDO logo

Generalleutnant Walter Risse (1892-1965)

in very fine condition condition

(Preußische Roter Adlerorden III

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,