Germany, Imperial. A Berlin Veterans Association Cross By Kleist Auction Archive opening with a vertical slit

opening with a vertical slit bearing a reinforced buttonhole meeting a green bakelite button

encircled by silvered twisted wire

On a swing suspension bar

all items mounted on a green velvetine cloth

Footnote: The Distinguished Service Cross is the second highest military award that can be given to a member of the United States Army (and previously the United States Air Force)

Germany, Imperial. A Berlin Veterans Association Cross By Kleist Auction Archive opening with a vertical slit(Berlin Kriegerverein Abzeichen). Constructed of gilded bronze, on loop for suspension, the reverse maker marked KLEIST, BERLIN, measuring 30 mm (w) x 34 mm (h), in near extremely fine condition.