Anhalt, Duchy. A 1914-1918 Friedrich Cross
(1914-1918 Friedrich Kreuz).A bronzed war alloy cross; the obverse inscribed with the cipher of Friedrich, with an oak wreath between the arms of the cross; the reverse inscribed “VERDIENST IM KRIEGE” (German - Merit in War), on a loop for suspension; measuring 37.33 mm (w) x 37.40 mm (h); weighing 17.4 grams; in overall extremely fine condition.

