Netherlands, Kingdom. A Medal Of Merit Of The Red Cross, Ii Class Bronze Grade, C.1945 Hold with a red enameled cross

with a red enameled cross in the center

inside an oak leaf wreath tied at the top and bottom by ribbons

both pieces maker marked "PANCRAFT" on their reverses

enamel chipping and gilt wear

he was stationed in the United Kingdom throughout the Second World War

Netherlands, Kingdom. A Medal Of Merit Of The Red Cross, Ii Class Bronze Grade, C.1945 Hold with a red enameled cross(Medaille van Verdienste van Nederlandsche Roode). Instituted in 1914. Type II (1945 1977). In bronze gilt with red enamels, measuring 33. 5 mm (w) x 42. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, edge nicks, gilt crown affixed to its original ribbon, near extremely fine.