Germany (Third Reich): Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse , or EK1) '1939'. With silver & maker

An Iron Cross that has both silver assay, and maker marks on the reverse

The Iron Cross was reinstituted as a gallantry decoration of the Third Reich on 1 September 1939

Metal: The flat-back insignia being of three piece construction comprising a silver beaded frame with 'magnetic' blackened iron metal centre. The black centre retaining all of its original black finish

Dimension: Approximately 44mm (w)

Weight: Approximately 20g

Complete with vertical 'maker marked' tapered hinged pin & fittings on reverse. The pin - uncommonly - bearing both silver '800' & LDO approved makers code of 'L/54' indented in centre, this latter being the marks for, Schauerte & Hohfeld, of Ludenscheid, Germany

Sold contained in an original 'domed' leatherette case of issue. This with plush interior and flock base with recess for the hinged pin, and with 'silk' upper panel. Complete with its original button & hinge fittings. The exterior of the case with a silver tooled image of the 'Iron Cross'. The exterior of the case with minor scuffs, wear & marks commensurate with age and handling

A superb - and very rarely seen - Iron Cross with two sets of marks on the reverse

Condition: Toned GVF

Code: 22296