A Bavarian Military Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords
A fine example of a Bavarian Military Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords; silvered, with black and white enamels; maltese cross with crossed swords above the upper arm; the obverse with a circular central black enamel medallion with the cypher of King Ludwig III in silver,. Surrounded by a white enameled ring inscribed “Merenti” (Merit) in silver lettering; the reverse without enamels, bearing the Bavarian crowned lion circumscribed by a buckled belt dated “1866”; on a loop for suspension; with a correct replacement ribbon; measuring 50.07 mm x 42.55 mm; weighing 24.8 grams; extremely fine condition.

