Germany, Imperial. A Medal Bar for Boxer Rebellion, First World War, and Civil Service, with Ribbon Bars Republic of the reverse overlaid by an

the reverse overlaid by an oval medallion bearing an inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER POLZIEI” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN THE POLICE”)

the obverse bearing a central gilt medallion overlaid by a leftward-facing profile of Duke Ernst

both rings supporting a vertically-placed elongated bar

bruising and oxidation spots on the edge of the VM

Germany, Imperial. A Medal Bar for Boxer Rebellion, First World War, and Civil Service, with Ribbon Bars Republic of the reverse overlaid by an(Ordenschnalle mit Bandschnallen). An extensive medal bar for a recipient with a storied career as a combatant during the Boxer Rebellion and First World War, who subsequently rendered distinguished civil service, featuring ten decorations, including: 1. A 1914 Iron Cross II Class, constructed of iron and silver, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed