Saxony, Kingdom. A General Wartime Merit Medal, in Bronze
(Bronzene 1914 Verdienstmedaille). Constructed of bronzed metal alloy (non-magnetic); the obverse with a facing bust of Wilhelm Ernst, circumscribed by his name and rank; the reverse inscribed “Dem Verdienste 1914” (German - For Merit 1914) within an oak wreath; on a loop for suspension from a correct replacement ribbon; measuring 36.14 mm in diameter; weighing 16.9 grams; with approximately 70% of its original bronze finish remaining; in overall near very fine condition.

