United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Auction measuring 30 cm (w) x

measuring 30 cm (w) x 15 cm (h)

consisting of a Cross PAttée with blue enameled arms joined together through the quadrants by stylized sun rays

He was invested with the Order of the British Empire

OBERMAAT JOSEF KRAUSE” of “25

serving with Infanterie-Regiment 44 on the Eastern Front

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Auction measuring 30 cm (w) xInstituted June 4, 1917. Civil Division. In silver, silver gilt and enamels, a four armed star with clusters of faceted rays, the obverse medallion in gilt encircled by a red enamel ring with inscription FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE, pin on reverse, measures 80. 8 mm (w) x 81. 5 mm (h), weighs 47. 56 grams, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition.