Anhalt, Duchy. A 1914-1918 Friedrich Cross GTRexclude "1914-1918" clasp on the original

"1914-1918" clasp on the original ribbon

maker marked “Deschler & Sohn) on the reverse

along with chains and “Viribus Unitis” (Latin - United Strength) inscribed in silver gilt

s 1st type breast badge

52 mm (w) x 67 mm (h))

Anhalt, Duchy. A 1914-1918 Friedrich Cross GTRexclude "1914-1918" clasp on the original(1914 1918 Friedrich Kreuz). A bronzed war alloy cross; the obverse inscribed with the cipher of Friedrich, with an oak wreath between the arms of the cross; the reverse inscribed VERDIENST IM KRIEGE (German Merit in War), on a loop for suspension; measuring 37. 33 mm (w) x 37. 40 mm (h); weighing 17. 4 grams; in overall extremely fine condition.