Silver-framed, iron-core cross pattée with black finish, three-piece construction. The obverse bears the crown, cipher “W” for Kaiser Wilhelm II, and the date “1914.” The reverse displays the crowned cipher “FW,” oak leaf cluster, and the date “1813,” marking the order’s foundation. Suspended from a folded Austrian-style triangular ribbon in black-and-white, mounted with a silvered laurel spray and crowned Austrian eagle over a red enamel cross, denoting award in combination with Austro-Hungarian medical or allied recognition. Such mountings were worn by German recipients serving in cooperation with Austria-Hungary during WWI. Dimensions: 1.675 x 1.675 in.; overall with ribbon 3.25 in. Provenance: The Estate of Walter Redling, Encino, Ca. Pickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Gardnerville, NV. It can also be delivered to the Annex Auctions facility for pick up in Sacramento for $25 pre invoice. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. Very Good. Minor wear to silver frame and black finish, ribbon retains strong color with light edge fraying, Austrian device intact with red enamel cross showing slight loss.