Prussia, State. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class
(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse). A cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a 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 pinback, with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch; measuring 43.30 mm (w) x 43.43 mm (h); weighing 14.8 grams; in good condition.

