Germany. A War Merit Cross First Class with Swords, in its Presentation Case of Issue

(Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse mit Schwertern im Etui). A Maltese cross in heavily silvered tombac; the obverse with crossed swords between the arms of the cross and a circular raised border of oak leaves on the obverse with a raised mobile swastika in the center; the reverse plain, with a tapered pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; measuring 21.8 grams. Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock, with a lightly textured faux leather (leatherette) exterior, with an outline of a War Merit Cross with Swords embossed to the exterior of the lid in silver, with a lined interior lid, a slotted medal base, an intact interior fabric hinge cover, functional exterior metal hinge, as well as a fully functional spring catch with stud release; measuring 68 mm (w) x 69 mm (h); in mint condition.