Lippe, Principality. A Princely Houseorder Honour Cross Fourth Class with Swords, c. 1916

1890-1918 Issue. (Fürstlich Lippische Ehrenkreuz 4. Klasse mit Schwertern). A silver Maltese cross with swords between the arms of the cross; the obverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing a red enameled Lippian rose, surrounded by a blue enameled ring, inscribed “Für true und verdienst” (German - For loyalty and service); the reverse with a crowned royal cipher of Ludwig; on a loop for suspension from its period original ribbon; measuring 45.65 mm (w) x 46.10 mm (h); weighing 33.4 grams; in overall near mint condition. 

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