An Austrian Military Merit Medal "Signvm Lavdis", Silver Grade Hold obverse illustrating a downward-pointing sword

obverse illustrating a downward-pointing sword being thrust into a rock

and his original drawings

with replacement catch

walks with (the) aid of a cane

43mm x 43mm

An Austrian Military Merit Medal "Signvm Lavdis", Silver Grade Hold obverse illustrating a downward-pointing swordAustria: Silvered bronze, 31. 2 mm x 51. 3 mm, original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, scattered silvering wear, contact marks, better than very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked in silver ink "Silberne Militr Verdienst medaille" and stamped in black ink "Scbw." on the lid, maker marked "ZIMBLER, WIEN VII." on the lightly soiled inside lid, recessed medal bed, exhibiting wear in the fabric overlying the hinged area, case also better