Germany, Imperial. A 1914 Iron Cross, II Class, by Maker K.A.G.
(Eiserne Kreuz 2. Klasse). 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, maker marked K.A.G. for an unknown maker on loop, measuring 43.30 mm (w) x 43.68 mm (h), weighing 17.5 grams, on loop for suspension from period original ribbon, and in very fine condition.

