Order For Cultural Merit, First Class - Gold certificate_of_authenticity although the center medallion differs

although the center medallion differs (hand tooled) and the Star pictured in the book have an extra "diamond" and thus longer rays

s role in the invasion of the Netherlands

- Wurttemberg bravery medal) mounted as worn

Nearly mint condition

he saw considerable service in the Atlantic escorting convoys

Order For Cultural Merit, First Class - Gold certificate_of_authenticity although the center medallion differsIn solid GOLD and enamels, maker marked "MS", hallmarked, 52. 5 mm, weighing 44 grams, pin back. Exceptionally crisp detailing and manufacturing, brilliant colors, intact enamels, extremely fine. In case of issue, also extremely fine. Extremely rare award in Gold, aproximately 25 30 awarded in Gold.