Germany, Imperial. A First World War Patriotic Bracelet consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac which retained the function until

which retained the function until 1951

issued by the “DEUTSCHE VOLKSGRUPPE IN KROATIEN”

exterior lid embossed with gilt “Deutsche Akademie” (German Academy)

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Reserve-Division

Germany, Imperial. A First World War Patriotic Bracelet consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac which retained the function until(Armkette). Constructed of gilded and ribbed brass, the exterior bearing a central silvered and blackened 1914 Iron Cross, flanked by clusters of oak leaves, the interior with a plaque bearing an engraved inscription of ERINNERUNG A. D. WELTKRIEG (IN MEMORY OF THE WORLD WAR), opening on a swivel hinge with a functional catch and stabilizing chain, unmarked, measuring 70 mm (w) x 55 mm, a superb example of patriotic jewellery sold to raise money for