An exceptional pierced Maltese Cross with ball finials in silver
The document is dated to Wiesbaden on April 14
Footnote: The cross was instituted on 13 December 1916 by Emperor Karl I of Austria-Hungary
and today emphasizes its role as a shooting sports association
(Medalla por Aliado en Operaciones contra el Gobierno del Paraguay)
United Kingdom. A South Africa Medal to Pte. Matthews, 1st Dragoon Guards Newly Listed An exceptional pierced Maltese CrossInstituted November 22, 1854. In silver, in full size, rime engraved 1529. PTE. W. R. MATTHEWS. 1ST. DN. DGS., with clasp 1879, lovely patina, minor contact marks to the edge, remains near extremely fine condition. Footnote: The South Africa Medal (1854) was established by General Order on November 22, 1854. The Medal was awarded in commemoration of successful campaigns lead during the Xhosa Wars. It was awarded to Officers, Non Commissioned Officers