Austria, Imperial. A Miniature Order of Maria Theresa, c.1930
(Militär Maria Theresien Orden). Instituted on June 18, 1757 by Empress Maria Theresia. (Issued 1757 - 1918). In bronze gilt, a lovely miniature order of Maria Theresa, bearing cross with white enamel arms, the obverse presenting a red, white, red enamel disc surrounded by the inscription FORTITUDE, the reverse with the initials MFT, surrounded by a green enamelled ring, measures 17.5mm (w) x 18.7mm (h – inclusive of integral suspension ring), weighs 3.3 grams, accompanied by a small swatch of ribbon, light enamel wear, dark patina, in very fine condition.

