Medal with ribbon, case
Extent and Medium
a: Height: 4.750 inches (12.065 cm) | Width: 2.000 inches (5.08 cm)
b: Height: 5.000 inches (12.7 cm) | Width: 2.500 inches (6.35 cm)
Archival History
The medal and ribbon were donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2013 by the Estate of Doris Rauch.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of the Estate of Doris Rauch
Scope and Content
WWI Cross for Military Merit 3rd Class medal (a) with attached red and white ribbon folded into a triangular shape. There is a second pin with crossed swords attached to the ribbon. Also includes original case (b) that housed the medal. The words "Militaer Verdienstkreuz III. Klasse" are printed on the lid of the box.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
WWI Imperial Austrian Order of the Iron Crown, 3rd Class, medal (a) with attached blue and yellow ribbon folded into a triangular shape. There is a second pin with crossed swords attached to the ribbon. Also includes original case (b) that housed the medal. The words "Oesterr. Kaiserlicher Orden Der Eisernen Krone III. Classe" are printed on the lid of the box. The above dimensions are of the box closed.
Genre
- Object
- Awards