A Mint War Merit Cross First Class by Deschler & Sohn in its Case of Issue

A mint Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse (without swords/ohne Schwerter); in fine silvered tombac with fine detailed pebbles on the arms of the maltese cross; vertical banjo style pinback with a sheet metal hinge and a slightly rounded wire catch; measuring 48.13 mm x 48.67 mm; weighing 17.4 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; with the lid lined on the interior (maker marked “Deschler & Sohn, München”) and a recessed medal bed; functional push button release; intact interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 70 mm x 70 mm; mint condition.