GERMAN WWI IMPERIAL / BRAUNSCHWEIG WAR MERIT CROSS 2nd CLASS GALLANTRY DEVICE

Description

The German Duke of
Braunschweig
(
Brunswick
) established a War Merit Cross –
Kriegsverdiestkreuz
) in 1914.  The medal was awarded to both officers and lower ranks for distinction in war.
The second class grade was awarded on a blue ribbon with yellow stripes.
This is a replica of the “Gallantry Device” (
Bewährungsabzeichen
)
which was awarded for exceptional bravery in combat.  The device was attached to the ribbon by means of two prongs.  The device measures 30 mm top to bottom.  Is darkened silver in color.