Merit Cross

The Order of Merit was instituted on January 27, 1912 by King William II of Prussia, and was to all people without regard to nationality are awarded, who had acquired services to the Kingdom of Prussia.

Order of classes

• First Class (Gold)
• Second Class (Silver)

In special cases, the Merit Cross was a gold or silver crown will be awarded.

Order decoration

The religious character is a gold-plated or silver-plated Maltese cross. In the medallion issued the intricate and winning letters WR ( William Rex ). This is repeated on the back.

In this ceremony with a crown is attached to the upper cross arm and holds the suspension ring.

Carrying method

Was driven over the award to a blue ribbon with broad yellow side stripes on the left side of the chest.

Others

The Order of Merit was mandatorily redeemable upon the death of the holder or when awarded a higher level.