Prussia, Kingdom. A Royal Order of the Crown, IV Class Knight, by ZEHN
A fine example of a 1867-1918 issue Prussian Royal Order of the Crown Fourth Class (Königliche Kronen-Orden IV. Klasse); a gilt bronze cross pattée with stippled arms; the obverse with a circular central medallion depicting the Royal Prussian crown, surrounded by a light blue enameled ring, inscribed “Gott Mit Uns) (German- God with Us) in gilt lettering; the reverse with a circular central medallion depicting the royal cipher of King William I, surrounded by a light blue enameled ring, inscribed “Den 18 October 1861) (German - the 18th of October 1861); maker marked "ZEHN" on the edge between the left and bottom arms; measuring 43.2mm x 43.2mm; on original ribbon; with light contact marks on the enamels and light discolouration of the gilt from age; in overall extremely fine condition.

