Anhalt. A House Order Of Albert The Bear, Silver Merit Medal, C.1900 United Republic of hallmarked and marked "900" (silver)

hallmarked and marked "900" (silver) on the reverse of both the medal and wreath suspension

the recipient worked as a locksmith for 25 years

maker marked "Bastian Bros Co Rochester NY" and union stamped on the edge

Brunner is awarded the Bronze Bravery Medal for protecting the unit’s wing with his group from an unexpected counterstroke by the enemy

1 Aircraft Depot and HQ RAF

Anhalt. A House Order Of Albert The Bear, Silver Merit Medal, C.1900 United Republic of hallmarked and marked "900" (silver)(Hausorden Albrecht des Bren, Silberne Verdienstmedaille). Instituted 18 November 1836. (1904 1919 issue). Constructed of silver, on loop for suspension from its period correct replacement ribbon, the obverse displaying a crowned bear walking on top of a fortress wall, circumscribed by inscription FRCTHE GOTT UND BEFOLGE SEINE BEFEHLE (FEAR GOD AND OBEY HIS COMMANDS), the reverse with a central Anhalt coat of arms circumscribed by inscription ALBRECHT