Anhalt-Köthen, Principality. A Rare Meritorious Service Award in Gold, State Officials, c.1890 Auction The simulated ray skin used

The simulated ray skin used in the handle is the late war plastic issue

the obverse bearing a raised NSDAP-style German national eagle clutching a wreathed swastika

two Canadian Patriotic Fund (CPF) Army Class "A" Badges

and Telegraphist/Air Gunner Sleeve Trade Badge III Class (in yellow embroidery

During the Anglo-French Blockade of the River Plate

Anhalt-Köthen, Principality. A Rare Meritorious Service Award in Gold, State Officials, c.1890 Auction The simulated ray skin used(Namenchiffre F mit Brillanten). Instituted 1830 by Duke Heinrich. Constructed of Gold with silver, consisting of a stylized letter F with a two piece Gold and silver frame, topped by a crown suspension connecting to a period original ribbon, the obverse inset with 22 rose cut diamonds, unmarked, measuring 28. 49 mm (w) x 58. 96 mm (h), weighing 14. 1 grams (inclusive of ribbon), in extremely fine condition. Footnote: This award was established by