Medal Ribbons & Orders Of Imperial Germany & Austria
By D.G. Neville
Published by Balfour Publications: Cambridgeshire 1974
"Medal Ribbons & Orders of Imperial Germany & Austria (Balfour Publications, 1974) by D. G. Neville is a compact yet authoritative visual and descriptive guide to the ribbons, decorations, and orders issued by the German and Austro-Hungarian empires up to the end of the First World War. Neville organises the material by state and order, providing clear colour illustrations of ribbons alongside concise explanatory notes that outline their origins, hierarchy, and official usage. The book succeeds in simplifying a complex field, presenting a structured overview of imperial award systems that were once sprawling, highly stratified, and deeply rooted in military and dynastic tradition.
Beyond simply cataloguing insignia, Neville offers contextual remarks on variations, manufacturing differences, and how certain ribbons were worn or altered during different periods of imperial history. The result is both a practical identification manual and an accessible historical reference, reflecting solid research while remaining friendly to collectors and enthusiasts. This volume will appeal to militaria collectors, historians of Imperial Germany and Austria-Hungary, and readers interested in European orders, medals, and decorations."
Light wear only. Neat inscription on inside cover. Pages are clean and beautifully presented. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 24cm x 18.5cm x 1cm (94 Pages)
