Germany, Imperial. A Lot of Two Decorations

A grouping of Two Imperial German decorations, consisting of:

1. A Württemberg Long Service Decoration, Type IV. (Dienstauszeichnung). Instituted 1864. (1865-1892 issue). A Cross Pattée with pebbled arms, constructed of gilded silver, on a fixed loop and swivel ring for suspension from its period original ribbon, the obverse with the royal cypher of Karl Rex in the central medallion within a green enameled laurel wreath, the reverse with a similar central medallion with crossed swords and circumscribed “Für Treue Dienste” (For Loyal Service), unmarked, measuring 33.9 mm (w) x 34.2 mm (l), weighing 12.62 mm, in very fine condition. 

2. A Württemberg Charlotte Cross. (Charloettenkreuz). Instituted January 5th, 1916. (1916-1918 issue). Constructed of silver alloy, on a fixed loop and swivel ring for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Shamrock Cross, the obverse bearing the raised and integrated monograms of King Wilhelm II and Queen Charlotte, the reverse bearing a central raised date of “1916”, unmarked, measuring 40.2