This is a high quality replica of the Breast Star to the Grand Cross with Swords  of the Royal Bavarian Military Order of Merit.  Militär-Verdienstorden Bruststern  2. Klasse .  This grade of the badge is without swords.

The star is composed of a convex silver-plated  body with eight rays with an applied, golden and enameled medallion with gold flames. It has a pin-back mounting mechanism.  It measures 91 mm across and weighs 82 grams.  It is a well-constructed and intricate piece.