Item description
Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse 1914 – Iron Cross 1st Class 1914
Reference: OEK 1908, Wernitz T238
Iron Cross from I. Word War, instituted on 5.8.1914 by Emperor Wilhelm II. Awarded original, three piece flat construction, with silver frame and magnetic core.
One of the variants made by Wagner & Sohn, Berlin. Back marked with WS (without dots). In set with original early case, with EK depiction on the lid.
Very nice condition, with intact blackening and fine patina; pinset complete and working. Box almost unused, no damages.