Netherlands, Kingdom. A Metal Cross for Volunteers 1830-1831 (Hasselt Cross) Republic of within a blue enameled ring

within a blue enameled ring inscribed with Order’s motto of “VOM FELS ZUM MEER” (“FROM THE CLIFFS TO THE SEA”)

maker marked “Karl Wurster Markneukirchen” on reverse

Z to Argentia

Auflage (Dutch Army

Accompanied with black lether belt

Netherlands, Kingdom. A Metal Cross for Volunteers 1830-1831 (Hasselt Cross) Republic of within a blue enameled ring(Het Metalen Kruis). Instituted in 1831. In bronze gilt, inscribed "VRIJWILLIG" (Voluntarily) above the "W" monogram on the obverse identifying it as the volunteer's version, measuring 29. 5 mm (w) x 34. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally pierced ball suspension, scattered gilt wear evident on the reverse, contact marks overall, without ribbon, very fine. Footnote: The Metal Cross was established by Royal Decree and instituted on September 12, 1831.