Germany, France… - Service medallion - 1930s–40s, edelweiss flower, Celtic, fleur-de-lis emblems

1930s–40s, brooches or emblems featuring the edelweiss flower, Celtic motifs, or the fleur-de-lis.
1) Edelweiss: Featuring this iconic alpine flower. It was worn by mountain troops from various European countries, such as the German *Gebirgsjäger*. These served as parting gifts or campaign keepsakes (*Sympathie-Abzeichen*). It was common for *Gebirgsjäger* soldiers to purchase these brooches in alpine garrison towns (such as Garmisch-Partenkirchen) to give to their girlfriends, mothers, or wives as a memento before deploying to the front. They were also worn by mountaineers and alpine enthusiasts of the era.
2) A crismón or Celtic solar cross with a central burst, framed by a characteristic braided or rope-like border—reminiscent of traditional Celtic knotwork and decorative motifs from the medieval Romanesque period. In Northern Europe, such pieces were used to fasten outerwear, shawls, capes, or the *fly plaid*.
3) A cross with *fleur-de-lis* terminals—resembling the Cross of Calatrava—a heraldic and religious motif with deep roots in Mediterranean and Western Europe. It combines four *fleur-de-lis* symbols, oriented toward the cardinal points, which join to form openwork heart shapes in the inner angles. At the geometric center sits a square-shaped stud featuring an engraved saltire (cross), a detail typical of Romanesque and medieval-inspired metalwork. Like the previous piece, it is notable for its historical detail and symbolism, with particular ties to the heraldry of the historic Languedoc region in France. Very good condition. The box is of a later date. Costume jewelry accessory nobility monarchy emblem insignia pin military uniform badge medal decoration.