Austria, Empire. An Order Of Franz Joseph In Gold, Miniature, C.1910 Auction Stylized eagle's head and pommel

Stylized eagle's head and pommel exhibiting the expected contact marks from active use

The young Walford enlisted for First World War service at Carleton Place on October 19

He was released following France’s surrender

few minor rim nicks

the inside of the ring is inscribed “H

Austria, Empire. An Order Of Franz Joseph In Gold, Miniature, C.1910 Auction Stylized eagle's head and pommelA Miniature Austrian Order of Franz Joseph in Gold and enamels, measuring 13x23mm, unmarked, excellent quality, attached as originally worn to a chain (kette), in hallmarked 14k Gold and enamels, also maker hallmarked J & S., circa 1910, total length 15cm, in very fine condition.