Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of 1870/71 United Republic of The Bronze Grade of the

The Bronze Grade of the Medal was bestowed upon the higher ranks of the military and civilian personnel

cypher of Leopold I (LL RR I) on the reverse centrepiece

a 1908 Bavarian Veterans Association membership badge

All are black and white

the first presents four decorations including a Prussian Military Long Service Cross for 25 Years

Saxony, Kingdom. A Commemorative Cross Of 1870/71 United Republic of The Bronze Grade of the(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.