Germany, Republic. A Merit Order Of The Federal Republic, Officer Cross With Boutonniere Auction Archive marked "PATENT" on the raised

marked "PATENT" on the raised clip and "D

and three Large Buttons (silvered metal

exhibiting loss of the olive green finish on the left side eyelet

with three beautifully machined and removable wax catchers

with all of its original silvering worn off

Germany, Republic. A Merit Order Of The Federal Republic, Officer Cross With Boutonniere Auction Archive marked "PATENT" on the raised(Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland). Issued 1951 Current. Constructed of bronze gilt, with red enameled arms; the obverse with a black enameled eagle; the reverse with a vertical pinback, and a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 53. 30 mm (w) x 53. 17 mm (h); weighing 16. 8 grams. Accompanied by its boutonniere featuring a miniature version of the award tied to a bow ribbon. Accompanied by its presentation case of issue;