A Prussian commemorative cross issued in 1913 to mark the 90th birthday of Kaiser Wilhelm I (born 1797, crowned King of Prussia in 1861, German Emperor in 1871). This is the official veteran’s version struck in silvered bronze, with the obverse displaying the crowned cipher “W†over “90†and the dates “1788–1913†on the arms of the cross. Mounted on its original tri-color ribbon (yellow, red, blue) backed with white. The reverse is fitted with a horizontal pin-back and stamped “Deschler u. Sohn, München 9.†This commemorative decoration was worn by veterans and participants in anniversary celebrations.
Dimensions: 1.625 x 1.625 in.
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Condition
Very Good. Silver finish with light wear and toning. Ribbon shows age darkening and soiling, with adhesive residue to reverse. Pin and hinge remain intact.