Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of 1870/71 certificate_of_authenticity when he enlisted as a

when he enlisted as a Private (35796803) at Fort Thomas

1915 (Braunschweig) An excellent example in silver gilt and enamels

Chin strap marked

the other two using black embroidery

Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of 1870/71 certificate_of_authenticity when he enlisted as a(Erinnerungskreuz fr 1870 71). Instituted 6 March 1871 by King Johann. (1871 issue). Constructed of gilded bronze with enamels, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with pebbled arms, with an oak leaf wreath joining the quadrants, the obverse with a central raised monogram of King Johann, within a ring of blue enamel, the reverse with central raised dates 1870 1871, unmarked, measuring 27. 04 mm (w) x 31.