Austria, Empire. A Long Service Cross For 25 Years Of Service, Iii Class United Republic of two octagonal (inscribed "B-156045 SPR

two octagonal (inscribed "B-156045 SPR

a thick braid with loops for button attachment on either end

the pommel marked stamped in Persian (Farsi) "ت۳۰۰" (T300) and surmounted by the Persian crown on the end

the interior with a blue satin lid liner and medal bed

His final letter dates from January 27

Austria, Empire. A Long Service Cross For 25 Years Of Service, Iii Class United Republic of two octagonal (inscribed "B-156045 SPRInstitution Date: September 19, 1849. Type IV. In bronze gilt with a silver imperial eagle, reverse in mother of pearl, measuring at 30. 7mm (w) x 35. 1mm (h) and weighing at 10. 2 grams, with minor contact marks, on period ribbon, in extremely fine condition.