Austria, Empire. An Order Of Franz Joseph, War Decoration GTRexclude 40 Years of the rule

40 Years of the rule Commemorative medal

scattered flaking in the black paint on the obverse arms

He was struck off strength of the 8th Reserve Battalion and proceeding overseas to the 58th Infantry Battalion

suspension clip marked "BRITISH" and therefore likely a British recipient

It was adopted as a Russian Order in 1831

Austria, Empire. An Order Of Franz Joseph, War Decoration GTRexclude 40 Years of the rule(Franz Joseph Orden). Instituted in 1849. In bronze gilt with red, white and green enamels, measuring 11. 5 mm (w) x 22. 8 mm (h), intact enamels, mounted to a period triangular war decoration with hook and eye, extremely fine.