Prussia, State. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class; Private Purchase Brass Version
(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 2. Klasse). A cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened brass 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 sheet metal hinge (previously repaired) and a round wire catch; measuring 43.50 mm (w) x 43.18 mm (h); weighing 15.1 grams; in good condition.

