Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand Hold An Austrian Honour Legion Cross

An Austrian Honour Legion Cross

consisting of 1) A pith helmet insignia

Tape residue present on the front and back covers

engraver marked and inscribed "HALLO HALLO HOLLAND INDIE"

each constructed of carmine wool with magnetic metal core reinforcements

Mauritania, Islamic Republic. An Order Of National Merit, Commander, By Arthus Bertrand Hold An Austrian Honour Legion CrossIn silvered metal with green enamels, unmarked, measuring 44. 12 mm (w) x 59. 66 mm (h to top of ring suspension) weighing at 25. 6 original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine; Breast Star in silver with gold and green enamels, hallmarked on pin, measuring at 79. 77mm (w) x 81. 73mm (h) and weighing at 96. 6 grams, in its hardshelled case of issue, maker marked "ARTHUS BERTRAND Paris" on the inside lid, light wear on the exterior, case near