Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, C.1870 United Republic of A cap badge presenting a

A cap badge presenting a soldier on horseback

original signature of "Bill Reid V

the other with a pinback

center appliqué in silver gilt

one of which features four decorations

Austria, Empire. A Merit Cross 1849, Iv Class, C.1870 United Republic of A cap badge presenting a(Verdienstkreuz). Instituted in 1849. First Period (1849 1875) In silver with red enamels, maker marked "F. BRAUN IN WIEN" and marked with a Diana's head (Dianakopf) hallmark, which was used between 1872 and 1922, with "2" to the left of the head and assay city marked "A" (Vienna) to the right of the head on the ring, measuring 30. 5 mm (w) x 34. 5 mm (h) inclusive of laterally pierced ball suspension, dark patina, intact enamels, very light contact,