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

(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 II. Klasse mit Etui). Reinstituted 5 August 1914. (1914-1918 issue). 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, the suspension loop maker marked “LW” for an unidentified manufacturer, measuring 43.06 mm (w) x 47.10 mm (h), weighing 17.5 grams, accompanied by a customized presentation case, constructed of a wooden frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the interior with a white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a depressed purple velvet medal bed, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 72 mm (w) x 98 mm (l) x 24 mm (h), a high-quality privately-purchased set in extremely fine condition.