Prussia, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, Type I, IV Class Cross
(Königlicher Kronen-Orden Kreuz IV. Klasse). Instituted 18 October 1861 by King Wilhelm I. (1861-1866 issue). Constructed of gilded bronze with enamels, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Pattée with pebbled arms, the obverse bearing a central raised crown, surrounded by a blue enameled ring overlaid by a gilt inscription of “GOTT MIT UNS” (“GOD WITH US”) with arabesques, the reverse bearing a central raised monogram of King Wilhelm I, surrounded by a blue enameled ring overlaid by a gilt institution date of “DEN 18 OCTOBER 1861”, unmarked, measuring 39.45 mm (w) x 43.22 mm (h), weighing 11.9 grams, in extremely fine condition.