(Militär-Verdienstmedaille ("Signum Laudis")). Instituted in 1890. In bronze gilt, measuring 30.7 mm (w) x 50.5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, edge nicks, contact marks, original triangular civil ribbon with hook and eye, very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red thatched exterior, marked "Bronzene Militär Verdienst medaille" (Bronze Military Merit Medal) in faded gold-coloured ink on the lid, inside lid in white satin and marker marked "ZIMBLER. WIEN VII.", black felt recessed medal bed, push release, measuring 64.3 mm (w) x 110.5 mm (h) x 23.5 mm (d), case near extremely fine.
Footnote: The Military Merit Medal was instituted on March 12, 1890 and awarded for deeds of bravery in action, on a civil or war ribbon, in two grades: I Class Silver and II Class Bronze.