Austria-Hungary, Empire. An SMS Kaiserin Maria Theresia Cap Tally Ribbon
(Mützenband “SMS Kaiserin Maria Theresia”). Constructed of black rayon, the exterior bearing a machine-embroidered gold bullion wire inscription of “S.M.S. KAISERIN MARIA THERESIA”, unmarked, measuring 3.5 cm (w) x 54 cm (l), a shortened example issued to a crew member of an armoured cruiser with a lengthy service career in very fine condition.

