Prussia, Kingdom. A Pour-Le-Mérite In Gold, By Samuel & Ernest Colliveaux, C.1770 GTRexclude with retouched RAF insignia on

with retouched RAF insignia on his left breast

showing little age or wear

The scabbard’s throat catch has also been rendered non-functional

on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon with “OSTFRONT” (“EASTERN FRONT”) clasp

Prussia, Kingdom. A Pour-Le-Mérite In Gold, By Samuel & Ernest Colliveaux, C.1770 GTRexclude with retouched RAF insignia on(Pour le Mrite). Instituted by Friedrich II of Prussia after he claimed the throne in 1740, and awarded primarily to members of the Prussian Army. 1740 1790 Issued. Likely variation of Samuel & Ernest Colliveauxs workshop, a superbly manufactured historical piece from the 18th century, consisting of a blue enamelling Maltese Cross in Gold, stylized by hand chased highly detailed imperial Gold eagles in each quadrant, the obverse featuring period