A First War Iron Cross 1914 First Class
An “Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse”; white metal cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central “W”, with the re-institution date “1914” in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; vertical banjo style pinback with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch; measuring 43.84 mm x 44.27 mm; weighing 17 grams; vaulted; moderate wear to the core from age and wear; in better than fine condition.

