German, Imperial. A Colonial Award By J.c. Gante Buy Now measuring 41 mm x 47

measuring 41 mm x 47 mm

number impressed "2272" on the reverse

The obverse is acid etched with the NPEA’s motto “Mehr sein als scheinen” (Be more than you seem)

he was subsequently present in operations on the Punjab Frontier 1897-98 and won a "mention" (London Gazette 11 February 1898 refers)

(Sachse-Ernestinische Hausorden

German, Imperial. A Colonial Award By J.c. Gante Buy Now measuring 41 mm x 47(Medaille). A Maltese cross, the obverse presents a central enamelled medallion bearing a golden lion and palm tree, the reverse plain, maker mark J. C. GANTE BERLIN, on loop for suspension from period original ribbon tied in a bow with a horizontal pinback, decorated with a German Imperial pendant, the cross measures 38 mm (w) x 38 mm (h), and in good condition.