Saxony-Ernestine, Duchy. A House Order Merit Cross without Swords, Type II Auction Archive the reverse is unmarked and

the reverse is unmarked and bears a pinback

with Prussia prominent

He commanded several ships and journeyed to North America

with a central white enameled medallion bearing gilt dates “1914-1918”

Saxony-Ernestine, Duchy. A House Order Merit Cross without Swords, Type II Auction Archive the reverse is unmarked and(Sachsen Ernestinischer Hausorden Verdienstkreuz). Instituted 25. 3. 1833. (1834 1890 issue). Constructed of silver, on a fixed loop and ring for suspension from its shortened period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte, the obverse with a central medallion featuring the leftward facing bust of Duke Ernst within an oak wreath tied together at the base, the reverse bearing the Saxe Ernestine coat of arms circumscribed with Fideliter Et