An Iron Cross 1914 First Class; Marked; in its Case of Issue by Meybauer
A textbook example of an Iron Cross 1914; silver frame with a blackened iron (magnetic) core; vaulted; slender banjo style vertical pin with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch; maker marked with the maker’s stylized logo; with “Pfengal Pringl” scratched into the reverse; measuring 42.65 mm x 42.38 mm; weighing 16.8 grams. Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a lightly textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; satin lined interior lid with a raised recessed medal bed; functional spring catch wtih stud release; intact interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 68 mm x 67 mm; overall very fine condition.

