Description
This is a Very Fine Example World War I Prussian Iron Cross 2nd Class with a nice Long Ribbon. Originally a Prussian decoration, the award was conferred for bravery in action and other meritorious military acts.
World War I.
SIZE:Approximately Iron Cross: 1-11/16" in height x 1-11/16" in width. Ribbon: 3-1/4" in length x 1-3/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Silver Plated, Tombak and internal part of the cross is made of iron, silk ribbon.
ATTACHMENT:Ribbon.
MARKINGS:FR on the suspension ring.
ITEM NOTES:This is from an Imperial German militaria collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. KEJM13 LAFEX10/24/22 TLAHEX10/25/22 SAFEX09/24
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine - Excellent): The cross shows minor to moderate wear, much of the plated details remain intact, overall very fine condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.