Beautiful WWI Imperial German Iron Cross, 2nd Class, .800 Silver Marked on Ring

Beautiful WWI Imperial German Iron Cross, 2nd Class, in .800 silver (marked on ring). Originally a Prussian decoration, the Iron Cross was later reinstituted by Hitler. The award was conferred for bravery in action and other meritorious military acts.

Circa WWI.

Approximately 5-1/16" x 1-11/16"; Medallion: 1-13/16" x 1-11/16".

Ribbon: watered silk. Medal: .800 Silver frame with steel center.

Suspension ring, ribbon.

".800" on suspension ring (see photo)

This is from an Imperial German militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MDJZ16 LAAEX10/16 SAAEX04/19

8- (Very Fine - Excellent): The cross shows minor to moderate wear, much of the plated details remain intact, overall very fine condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.