Austria, Empire. A Case For The Order Of Franz Joseph, Knight's Cross With Swords, 1917 Auction original packet of issue with

original packet of issue with “Eisernes Kreuz

7 o’clock arm of star point bent

Austria: Military Merit Cross

while the front section features a leather sweatband (slightly ripped)

minor age-appropriate discolouration is evident along with a small tear to the edge

Austria, Empire. A Case For The Order Of Franz Joseph, Knight's Cross With Swords, 1917 Auction original packet of issue withHardshelled, thatch textured maroon paper exterior on five sides, inscribed "F. J. O." (Franz Joseph Orden) in gold coloured ink on the lid, Royal coat of arms in gold coloured ink on the inside lid, white felt recessed medal bed, push latch closure, stamped "Schwerter" beside "191" in faded blue ink and maker marked "ETUIE UND KASSETTENFABRIK IG. BERGMANN WIEN VII" on the bottom, measuring 57 mm (w) x 107 mm (h) x 19 mm (h), spotting and wear evident