Austria, Imperial. A Long Service Decoration, III Class for Officers with Mother of Pearl Reverse Hold Colonel Terrell displayed exceptional ability

Colonel Terrell displayed exceptional ability in the administration of that division of the Corps staff

United States Marine Corps died on July 4

the suspension loop marked “K” for an unidentified maker

scarce badge in tombac

blue and white striped ribbon denoting 1896-1904 issue

Austria, Imperial. A Long Service Decoration, III Class for Officers with Mother of Pearl Reverse Hold Colonel Terrell displayed exceptional abilityInstituted 1849 by Emperor Franz Joseph. A Long Service Military Decoration, Type IV (1913 1918), III Class for Officers, bronze gilt, a cross with pebbled arms, double headed crowned eagle on the obverse, reverse features a full mother of pearl backing, worn on original ribbon, measures 32. 8 mm (w) x 36. 7 mm (h), light gilt wear, in very fine condition.