Prussia, German State. A Post War Pour-Le-Mérite, By Wagner, C. 1930

Name: Prussia, German State. A Post War Pour-Le-Mérite, By Wagner, C. 1930
Brand: eMedals
SKU: M0414-1.RL1
Price: 3375.0 USD
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SKU: ITEM: M0414-1

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Description

(Pour Le Mérite.) Instituted June 7, 1740 by King Frederick II. A very fine post war Pour Le Mérite, unmarked but typical cross by Wagner, in silver gilt, a blue enamelled Maltese Cross with hand carved eagles in each quadrant, suspended from an elongated loop, measures 51.61mm (w) x 51.43mm (h), weighs 22.2 grams (excluding ribbon), integral suspension ring marked 900 denoting silver quality, enamel chip near P on 9 o’clock arm and wear to corner of 6 o’clock arm, dark patina on eagles present a pleasing tone, wear typical of period, overall very fine condition.

Accompanied by a correct modern ribbon measuring 765mm (l) x 55mm (w), creased, extremely fine condition.

Footnote: The Pour le Mérite was established by King Frederick II of Prussia in 1740 and it was conferred as both a military and civil honour. The Order was named in French, as during the time, French was the leading international language and the fashionable language at Frederick’s court.