Austro-Hungarian Empire. A Krakow Fortress Cap Badge Archive S&M" on the reverse

S&M" on the reverse

The shako is enhanced by its period

While on leave in Nottingham

marked “Aus Erobertem Geschütz” (Out of conquered cannons) on rim

production seal on the inside at the base maker marked "SIMPSON

Austro-Hungarian Empire. A Krakow Fortress Cap Badge Archive S&M" on the reverseIn silvered tombac; with two hooks on the reverse for cap attachment; depicting a rightward facing bust of Kaiser Franz Joseph; maker marked K. Korschmann on the obverse; measuring 40 mm x 35 mm; better than fine condition. Footnote: The Austro Hungarian Krakow Fortress was built between 1850 and 1856. It served as a fortification, and is still intact today.