Germany, Imperial. A Mixed Lot Of First World War Patriotic Badges consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac approximate length 42cm (17 inches)

approximate length 42cm (17 inches)

RZM and maker marked M 1/34

with some oxidation and material fatigue evident

not normally associated with Wagner (or Friedlander) crosses

1943 and stating: "On the third war patrol conducted by the U

Germany, Imperial. A Mixed Lot Of First World War Patriotic Badges consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac approximate length 42cm (17 inches)(Abzeichen). A mixed lot of nine First World War patriotic badges, with examples constructed of gilded and silvered bronze with multi coloured enamels, most referencing the Austro German Alliance or wider Central Powers, with eight featuring reverse pinbacks and one on an original ribbon for pin on suspension, a superb assembly in overall extremely fine condition.