France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star certificate_of_authenticity marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM)

marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and code “62”

A Rare 1917 Iron War Merit Badge - Very scarce issue in patinated iron (magnetic) with solid silver (925) center

Measuring at 75

marked with a "5" in red marker on the left side

Footnote: HJ Gefolgschaft – the equivalent of a company

France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star certificate_of_authenticity marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM)Instituted May 10, 1896 by the King of Porto Novo. In silver, an eight point star with cluster of five smooth rays, the medallion superimposed presenting a white and blue enamelled Maltese Cross, with a five point black enamel star in the center, the reverse with a single vertical pin flanked by dual stays, 87. 0mm (w) x 86. 90mm (h), weighs 88. 5 grams, very dark patina, enamels intact, hinge and catch functional, remains in very fine condition.