This is a nice example of the War Merit Medal (Kriegsverdienstmedaille). The War Merit Medal was instituted on 19 August 1940 for award to German nationals and foreign civilians who provided exceptional service to the war effort. The medal comes with its original ribbon and carton pouch of issue. The pouch is nicely marked by the company of 'Ferdinand Hofstätter' from Bonn. Nice set in very good condition!