Austria (Imperial): Military Order of Maria Teresa ((Militär-Maria-Theresien-Orden, Kommandeurkreuz). Commander's gilt & enamel neck badge

A bronze gilt and enamel un-marked replica, attributed as manufactured by 'Rothe' of Vienna post-1945Obverse: White enamel arms, with central red and white enameled medallion, within a white enameled ring bearing the gilt legend of 'Fortitudini' (For Courage)Reverse: Bearing a central white enameled medallion overlaid with the gilt monogram of Empress Maria Theresa, within a green enameled wreathSuspension: The topmost arm at twelve o'clock arm topped by an integral loop connecting to a suspension ring with a silk moire neck cravat riband 44.80 mm (w) x 48.14 mm. The riband complete with eye & clasps fittingsWeight: Cross (sans riband) 29.0gSold together with hinged leatherette case of issue in dark green, with fitted insert for medal and recess for riband and silk panel.Basis the bulky size and weight of the case, this is reflected in the cost of postage quotedEnamel all intactCondition: Insignia is about EF