Germany, Federal Republic. A Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross, with Case, 1957 Version

(Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes mit Etui). Constructed of silver with a non-magnetic metal alloy, consisting of a Cross Pattée with a blackened non-magnetic metal core within a ribbed silver frame, the obverse with three central oak leaves, the six o’clock arm with a reinstitution date of “1939”, the reverse six o’clock arm with an initial institution date of “1813”, the twelve o’clock arm with an integral loop and suspension ring retaining an original full length of neck ribbon, the reverse of the twelve o’clock arm stamped with a silver content number of “800”, measuring 48.44 mm (w) x 54.25 mm (h), weighing 33.3 grams, accompanied by its period original presentation case, constructed of a wooden frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the interior with a white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a depressed black felt medal bed, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 80 mm (w) x 145 mm (l) x 22 mm (h), a high-quality exhibition example in extremely fine condition.