Wurttemberg, Officer’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity Sicily they began mine laying

Sicily they began mine laying operations against Malta

Prussian Military Merit Cross

Type II - In oxidized silvered bronze

where the German 1st Submarine Minesweeping Flotilla found her and depth charged her

Wurttemberg, Officer’s Cross certificate_of_authenticity Sicily they began mine layingwith Swords. In silver gilt, vaulted, pin back, fine quality enamels. Enamels intact without chipping, light contact marks, in extremely fine condition. Contained within case of issue by "K. Munzamt Abtl. Orden Stuttgart". Very scarce, only 160 awarded; (Awarded to General ALFRED von VOLLARD BOCKELBERG; see lot GST1035 as complete group, and more information on the recipient).