Germany, Imperial. A 1914 Iron Cross II Class, with Case

(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 II. Klasse mit Etui). Reinstituted 5 August 1914. (1914-1918). Constructed of iron and silver, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Pattée with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver frame, the obverse with a central initial “W’, the six o’clock arm with a reinstitution date of “1914”, the twelve o’clock arm with a royal crown, the reverse with three central oak leaves, the six o’clock arm with an initial institution date of “1813”, the twelve o’clock arm with initials “FW” topped by a royal crown, unmarked, measuring 43.62 mm (w) x 47.98 mm (h), weighing 16.1 grams, accompanied by its period original presentation case, constructed of a light wooden frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the interior with a padded white satin-type lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a strap for secure storage of the ribbon, with a depressed white velvet medal bed, opening with a functional metal snap button and functional metal hinge, unmarked, measuring 68 mm (w) x 82 mm (l) x 22 mm (h), in overall extremely fine condition.