For offer, a pair of vintage Polish medals, together with a bullion wire cap badge.

1. A 'Silver Cross of Merit', complete with its correct ribbon, this is a civilian award I believe, and was available in three grades, Bronze, Silver & Gold, and was awarded for exemplary public service, or humanitarian work that goes above, and beyond the call of duty. 

At the time of its establishment in 1923, the Cross of Merit was the highest civilian award in Poland, and may be awarded twice in each grade to the same person.

The condition is very good to excellent, with no damage to the enamel, some tarnish that would polish out.

Medal cross height: 1 3/4" (4.4cm)
Medal cross width: 1 3/4" (4.4cm)
Medal & Ribbon length: 4 5/8" (11.8cm)
Weight: 1.22oz (34.58g)


2. A ‘Medal of Merit for National Defense’ (PolishMedal Za Zasługi dla Obronności Kraju) 2nd class (silver class) is a decoration of the ‘Ministry of National Defense of Poland’.  


Established 21 April 1966 and revised in 1991, the medal recognizes meritorious service which strengthens the military of the Republic of Poland.  


Members of the Polish military and civilian employees are eligible for this medal. 


The condition is excellent, with the disc being tarnished.


Disc diameter: 1 1/2" (37mm)

Medal & Ribbon length: 4 3/8" (11.1cm)
Weight: 0.90oz (25.57g)


3. A Polish Eagle bullion wire cap badge.

Silver bullion wire on grey cloth, with an internal Aluminium backing plate.

In very good to excellent condition, with some light soiling to the cloth.

Width: 2 1/4" (5.7cm)
Height: 2 1/8" (5.4cm)
Weight: 0.276oz (7.83g)

Posted via 'Royal Mail Tracked 48'.