Footnote: The Order of Nichan El-Anouar (Arabic: Order of the Light) was established in 1887
Detached from period ribbon and broach
divided into two sections: the first section has a cord braided into multiple rows of loops
1914: Awarded the Military Merit Medal in Bronze on the ribbon of the Military Merit Cross in recognition of brave conduct in the face of the enemy
lined with brownish cotton
Germany, Imperial. An American Trophy Belt With Bavarian Em/Nco’s Buttons, C.1918 Buy Now Footnote: The Order of NichanThis is an American bring back trophy service belt, with 21 Bavarian EM NCOs buttons attached to the obverse. The buttons are constructed of bronze, zink, and metal (magnetic), with approximately half depicting the Bavarian crown, with the rest being either plain or numbered. The buttons are attached to the reverse via a variety of clips, straps, and bent wires. It is marked EFD, and measures 780 mm (w) x 37 mm (h); in as found condition.