Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 United Republic of South African Constabulary Application for

South African Constabulary Application for Enlistment

no rips or damages

In the base of the box a further handwritten note enclosing a geranium leaf

Prior to the war he held an office job working as an administrative official

Mecklenburg-Schwerin. A Griffin Order, Commander’s Cross, C. 1918 United Republic of South African Constabulary Application for(Greiffen Orden Komturkreuz). Issued 1884 1918. A silver gilt Maltese cross with very think red enamels on the arms of the cross; the obverse with a round central silver gilt medallion depicting a Griffon; the reverse plain with red enamels on the arms of the cross; with a replacement loop suspension (the suspension ring appears to have been pierced through the upper suspension by force); with its period original ribbon; measuring 61. 85 mm (w) x 62.