in recognition of his meritorious participation in the Expedition to China
Overall very fine condition
and indeed the Wehrpaß photo shows him wearing an eyepatch
Where exactly the set was used is unclear
the badge suspended from a characteristic Austrian loop and worn on a mid 19th century ribbon exhibiting wear
Spain, Fascist State. A Royal And Military Order Of Saint Hermenegildo, Breast Star, C.1950 GTRexclude in recognition of his meritorious(Real y Militar Orden de San Hermenegildo). Instituted in 1814. Three piece construction, in silver gilt with red, green, light blue and white enamels, unmarked, measuring 75. 8 mm (w) x 76 mm (h), chipping and repair evident in the white enamels on the centrepiece ring, the ball finial on the left tip of the arm at 6 o'clock bent back, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, better than very fine. Footnote: The Royal and Military Order of St