A Bavarian Military Merit Cross; 2Nd Class With Crown & Swords By Deschler Auction with correct case of issue

with correct case of issue

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Austria: Iron Merit Cross (war materials

A Bavarian Military Merit Cross; 2Nd Class With Crown & Swords By Deschler Auction with correct case of issueIn frosted silver with black and white enamels, with frosted bronze crossed swords, 42 mm x 64 mm inclusive of its crown and crossed swords suspension, original independent ribbon, intact enamels, scattered silvering wear, very light contact, extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "Bayr. M. V. Kr. 2. Kl. m. d. Kr." on the lid, maker marked "DESCHLER & SOHN MNCHEN" on the inside lid, recessed medal bed, light wear and soiling evident