Germany. An Iron Cross 1939 First Class by Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid

A textbook example of an Iron Cross 1939 First Class (Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse) by Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid; a cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central mobile swastika with the re-institution date “1939” in raised numbering on the lower arm; the reverse plain, with a slender banjo style vertical pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; maker marked “L/11” for Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid; measuring 43.82 mm (w) x 43.84 mm (h); weighing 15.6 grams; Accompanied by its presentation case; constructed of heavy pressed paper, with a faux leather (leatherette) exterior, with an outline of an Iron Cross embossed in silver on the exterior; lined interior lid, with a functional spring catch with stud release; intact interior fabric hinge cover and functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 65 mm (w) x 68 mm (h); in absolutely mint condition. (C: 221)