AUSTRIA. Order of Franz Joseph Knight's Cross in Gold, 1849.
31 x 56 mm; 13.3 gms. Vernon-35; Werlich-124; Barac-668. Gold rimmed red enamel cross superimposed on a black enamel and gold double headed Austrian eagle. Central white medallion with initials "FJ"; Reverse: Similar but with date of the order's institution replacing initials. Hinged crown suspender with hallmarked chamois head and "3" on the loop indicating gold of 750 fineness. Further markings on the loop are double struck and illegible. Locket style reverse. UNCIRCULATED.
Estimate: $600.00- $800.00