Austria, Second Republic. Two Fire Distinguished Service Crosses Archive Crosse was placed on the

Crosse was placed on the Retired List in April 1925

The spike base has four circular ventilation holes to the "neck" portion and an embossed

with a nice patina

suffered shrapnel (gun shot) wounds

A Maltese cross in solid silver

Austria, Second Republic. Two Fire Distinguished Service Crosses Archive Crosse was placed on the(Verdienstzeichen des sterreichischen Bundesfeuerwehrverbandes). A grouping of two, a Gold Grade and a Bronze Grade Service Cross; constructed of gilt and copper washed bronze, with red enamels; on a loop for suspension; measuring 36. 85 mm (w) x 47. 01 mm (h); weighing 24. 7 grams; in overall extremely fine condition. This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations