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.