Prussia, Kingdom. A Life Saving Medal Republic of A straight-arm cross paty constructed

A straight-arm cross paty constructed of bronze and multi-coloured enamels

surrounded by a triangular floral pattern with the letters ABYSSINIA in each negative space

applied in black paint and remaining fully intact

overall in fine condition

Nonetheless it seems that the order was also conferred on military personnel

Prussia, Kingdom. A Life Saving Medal Republic of A straight-arm cross paty constructed(Verdienst Ehrenzeichen fr Rettung aus Gefahr). Instituted 1 February 1833 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III. (1907 1918 issue). Constructed of silver, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse bearing a raised and leftward facing profile of King Friedrich Wilhelm III, circumscribed by name and title, the reverse bearing a central wreathed inscription of FR RETTUNG AUS GEFAHR (FOR RESCUE FROM DANGER), unmarked, measuring 24. 79