Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta, Bailiff Star Hold repair evident in the white

repair evident in the white enamels

A miniature medal chain featuring six decorations

constructed of Luftwaffe blue-grey wool in the shape of an inverted triangular base

in March 1878

attached via a metal chain to the pocket's silver gilt button

Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta, Bailiff Star Hold repair evident in the white(Malteser Verdienstorden Bruststern). Constructed of gilded silver with enamels, consisting of a vaulted Maltese Cross with white enameled arms, the reverse with a narrow barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback meeting a rounded catch, unmarked, measuring 49. 5 mm (w) x 49. 5 mm (h), weighing 14. 3 grams, light gilt wear, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition.