A gold grade Mother’s Cross (“Ehrenkreuz der Deutschen Mutter”); in gilded bronze with black, white, and blue enamels; with a period original ribbon; measuring 42.64 mm x 35.01 mm; weighing 11.7 grams; Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a dark blue lightly textured faux leather (leatherette) exterior; lined interior lid maker marked “Ziemer & Söhne, Oberstein”; functional push-button release; intact interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 109 mm x 49 mm; better than extremely fine condition.