Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 Hold as she was an icon

as she was an icon for women in the ancient world

and minor surface oxidation and loss of paint to the scabbard

A Kürassier (Heavy Cavalry) metal helmet made of nickel-steel

The wedding ceremony was followed by an informal reception held at her parent's home

The unused postcard is from the Palace Hotel in Zagreb (Croatia)

Bavaria, Kingdom. An Order Of Max Joseph, Commander Miniature, C. 1914 Hold as she was an iconInstituted January 1, 1806 by Maximilian Joseph. In silver gilt, a white enamelled Maltese cross, the obverse medallion presents a blue enamelled field with the inscription MJ, the reverse presents the orders motto VIRTUTI PRO PATRIA on a blue enamelled background, the badge is suspended from a large gilt crown, measures 15. 80mm (w) x 32. 25mm (h inclusive of crown suspension and integral ring), weighs 2. 5 grams, enamels intact, integral ring