Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class Grand Cross Star For Christians, C.1942 Auction machine sewn into an inverted

machine sewn into an inverted triangular shaped black wool base

a Gold star consisting of five blue enameled arms with ball finials

It measures approximately 275 mm (l) x 105 mm (h) when folded on a flat surface

Helmet measures 295 mm x 312 mm x 120 mm

A protruding black lacquered vulcanfibre visor is set securely into the structure of the cap

Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of Merit, I Class Grand Cross Star For Christians, C.1942 Auction machine sewn into an inverted(Red za zasluge). Instituted in 1942. Four piece construction, cross insignia in silver with red enamels, the cross indicating an award to Christians, inscribed "10. IV. ZA ZASLUGE 1942" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 86. 3 mm (w) x 85. 7 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of Merit was instituted on April 10, 1942 and was awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, I Class, II Class and III Class, with separate