Germany, Luftwaffe. A Presentation Case For A Reconnaissance Clasp In Gold Auction Archive inscribed “Opes regum corda subditorum”

inscribed “Opes regum corda subditorum” (Latin - The deeds of the Kings win the hearts of their subjects)

with a central Heer-style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika above a crossed bayonet and stick grenade

an eight-point star of seven smooth rays

This cased bronze medal would have been handed out to guests attending the City of Vienna Ball

he was posted to the Quebec Regimental Depot and admitted to Berrington War Hospital at Shrewbury on September 29th

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Presentation Case For A Reconnaissance Clasp In Gold Auction Archive inscribed “Opes regum corda subditorum”(Etui fr Frontflugspange fr Aufklrer in Gold). Constructed of a light wooden frame with a faux dark blue leather exterior liner, the lid bearing a gilt inscription of FRONTFLUGSPANGE FR AUFKLRER GOLD, the interior with a white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a slotted beige felt medal bed, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 90 mm (w) x 44 mm (l) x 24 mm (h), with minor material