Austria, Empire. A Military Long Service Decoration, Iii Class For 25 Years' Service, Mother Of Pearl, C, 1915 United Republic of in hallmarked gold (Eagles head

in hallmarked gold (Eagles head hallmark on badge and suspension loop) and enamels

The leathers exhibit some crazing and wear but remain relatively supple

receiving his pilot wings on July 12

He was granted nine days' leave of absence to go to Paris

blue enamel surround stating AL MERITO MILITAR

Austria, Empire. A Military Long Service Decoration, Iii Class For 25 Years' Service, Mother Of Pearl, C, 1915 United Republic of in hallmarked gold (Eagles head(Militrdienstzeichen fr Offiziere). Instituted in 1849. Type IV V (1911 1913 1913 1918). In silver coat of arms mounted to a bronze gilt cross base, mother of pearl style backer, measuring 33. 8 mm (w) x 38. 2 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, scattered gilt wear and spotting, small chip in the mother of pearl backer on the tip of the reverse of the arm at 9 o'clock, replacement triangular ribbon with hook and eye, very fine.