Germany (Third Reich): War Merit Cross (Kriegsverdienstkreuz). 1st Class breast badge. Without swords. With maker mark 'L15'

The War Merit Cross with makers Präsidialkanzlei code 'L15', for maker 'Friedrich Orth of  Vienna, Austria'

Metal: Tombac

Dimension: 48mm

Weight: 16g

The award was instituted in 1939, and originally awarded in three grades (a fourth grade was later in the war approved, but never officially awarded)

Reverse of cross with hinged tapered vertical pin and block hinge & clasp fittings as issued

Of attractive appearance, the pebbled arms of the cross with nice polished silvered borders, wreath & 'Swastika'

Condition: GVF

Code: 25674