Germany. An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class, in its LDO Presentation Case

(Eisernes Kreuz 1939 2. Klasse). A cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; on loop for suspension (unmarked); with its mint and unissued period original ribbon; the obverse with a raised central mobile swastika with the re-institution date “1939” in raised numbering on the lower arm; the reverse with the original institution date “1813” in raised numbering on the lower arm; measuring 43.92 mm (w) x 44.36 mm (h); weighing 18.5 grams. Accompanied by its original LDO presentation case; constructed of cardstock, with a faux leather (leatherette) exterior; the interior of the lid embossed “LDO” in black, with a recessed medal bed and a leatherette exterior hinge; 71 mm (w) x 79 mm (h); in overall mint and unissued condition.