Austro-Hungarian Golden Cross of Merit with Crown 1849 FJ Red Ribbon

carefully made reproduction of the Austro-Hungarian Golden Cross of Merit with Crown (1849). Obverse bears the “FJ” monogram of Emperor Franz Joseph I; reverse dated 1849. Rich translucent red enamel panels, gilt crown and borders, mounted on the classic solid red Austrian triangular ribbon (civil/peacetime issue, no swords). Excellent for display, study, or reenactment. New condition; non-original maker. Collector reproduction.

• Obverse: “FJ” monogram
• Reverse: “1849” date
• Crowned cross; plain red triangle ribbon
• No swords (civil/peacetime version)
• reproduction (not an original)