Prussia, State. A War Merit Cross, Gold Grade, Mounted
(Verdienstkreuz in Gold). Issued 1912-1918. A Maltese cross constructed of gilded metal alloy; the obverse and reverse with a central metal medallion depicting the crowned royal monogram of Wilhelmus Rex; on a loop for suspension; measuring 39.70 mm (w) x 39.67 mm (h); mounted to its period original medal bar; with a zink core and a red wool backer; in overall better than very fine condition.

