Norway. A Merit Cross With Swords And Case Of Issue, 1940-45 Archive 3 mm inclusive of its

3 mm inclusive of its crossed swords and wreath suspension

illustrating a pilot and observer in uniform standing at the foot of the stairs of a building

Distinguished Flying Cross (bronze

(SS Ehrenwinkel für Alte Kämpfer)

The interior of the cap is lined in in gray silk

Norway. A Merit Cross With Swords And Case Of Issue, 1940-45 Archive 3 mm inclusive of itsTwo piece construction, bronze with an overlaying gilt and enamelled Sun Eagle insignia, inscribed "TAPPER OG TRO" (Brave and Faithful) on the reverse, 43. 3 mm, on original ribbon with bronze pinback hanger, light contact, near extremely fine. In its black cardboard box of issue, padded medal bed, box fine. Footnote: The Cross was instituted by the collaborationist Nasjonal Samling government under Vidkun Quisling as the Order of Bravery and Loyalty,