An Iron Cross 1939 First Class by Rudolf Wachtler & Lange in its Original Case of Issue
A textbook example of a cased Iron Cross 1939 First Class; silver frame with a blackened magnetic iron core; vertical pinback with a functional hinge/catch assembly; unmarked but textbook example of “Rudolf Wachtler & Lange, Mittweida” manufacture; measuring 43.72 mm x 43.90 mm; weighing 20.9 grams; in its original case of issue; the exterior constructed of a heavy cardstock with a black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; embossed in silver with an outline of the Iron Cross; the interior with a velvet recessed medal bed and a satin interior cover; functional push-button; intact interior fabric hinge with a functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 70 mm x 69 mm; overall extremely fine condition.

