Germany. A Cased R.d.kl (National Association Of Small Animal Breeder) Merit Medal Archive As far as can be

As far as can be seen

Footnote: Worn by the members of the Waffen-SS Gebirgstruppen (Mountain Troops) on the right sleeve of both the tunic and the great coat

the buckle having lost most of its original finish

1885 in London

Germany. A Cased R.d.kl (National Association Of Small Animal Breeder) Merit Medal Archive As far as can be(Reichsverband Deutscher Kleintierzchter Verdienstmedaille). Constructed of gilded zink; unmarked; measuring 60. 42 mm in diameter; weighing 58. 8 grams. Accompanied by its presentation case; constructed of heavy cardstock, with a lightly textured burgundy faux leather (leatherette) exterior; lined interior lid with a recessed medal bed; with a functional spring catch and stud release, severed interior fabric hinge, and intact exterior metal hinge;