The cap measures 275 mm x 108 mm (folded)
reverse exhibiting the institution date “1849” on a white enamel central medallion
The document is signed in blue crayon by a Colonel and Regiment Commander
and was photographed with either a white gold or platinum variant hanging from his neck upon surrendering to US forces on 6 May 1945
blue motto "Unity Is Strength" in French (L'union fait la force)
Estonia, Republic. An Order Of The Eagle Cross, Gold Cross United Republic of The cap measures 275 mm(Kotkaristi teenetemaerk). Instituted on 24 February 1928. A gilded bronze Maltese cross, displaying a silver eagle holding a sword in its talons and the Estonian coat of arms, with three blue lions on a silver shield, the reverse presents the Latin inscription PRO PATRIA on the three upper arms of the cross, the round central medallion shows the date of foundation 24 II 1928, measuring 47. 10 mm (w) x 47. 00 mm (h), with a semi circular suspension