United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Auction participated in the Battles in

participated in the Battles in France in 1915 and 1916

marked sterling on reverse of suspension

mounted to five-sided aluminum suspension with pinback

overlaying a stylized machine-embroidered black cloud from which a lightning bolt emanates and strikes the ground

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Auction participated in the Battles inInstituted June 4, 1917. Military Division. A Commander decoration, in silver gilt with light blue and red enamels, surmounted by a small crown, plain reverse, measures 62. 3 mm (w) x 85. 1 mm (h), worn on original neck ribbon, light wear and gilt loss, enamels intact, remains in extremely fine condition.