It read: "Regret deeply C120696 Rifleman Wiliam John Bolster officially reported Killed in Action Sixth June 1944"
brass receiving clip with dual prongs on the reverse at the other end
with matching silver bullion uppers and gray wool backers
with fine red enameling and gold centre
Germany (Prussia): Long Service Cross
A Fine First War Prussian Medal Bar With Golden Military Merit Cross By Wagner, Berlin certificate_of_authenticity It read: "Regret deeply C120696Mounted as originally worn German style, comprising: Prussia, Iron Cross 1914 2nd Class (silvered frame and iron core, magnetic, 43 mm); Prussia, Golden Military Merit Cross (so called "Pour le Mrite" for enlisted), in silver gilt, bottom arm marked "W 938" (for Wagner, Berlin), officially awarded cross, excellent gilding (over 95% present), in extremely fine condition; Bavaria, Military Merit Cross, 2nd Class with Swords (silvered tombac and enamels,