An Austrian Merit Cross 1849 in Gold by F
star hanger retains nearly 100% of gliding
" On his Protection Certificate (Officer)
Different sources state his name as Werner Pögel or Vögel
the Iron Cross has been period reverse mounted onto the medal bar
Canada, Dominion. A 20Th Halton Battalion, Lorne Rifles Shoulder Belt Plate With Queen's Crown, C. 1881 certificate_of_authenticity An Austrian Merit Cross 1849In die stamped patinated bronze, unmarked, measuring 63. 5 mm (w) x 90. 5 mm (h), all three lugs intact, scattered patination wear evident on the "20", greening present on the reverse, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Lorne Rifles (Scottish) originated in Milton, Ontario in September 1866, when the 20th Halton Battalion of Infantry was authorized to be formed. It was re designated 20th Halton Battalion of Rifles in January 1872, the 20th Halton