Germany, Federal Republic. A Knight’s Cross with Oak Leaves Swords, 1957 Version, with Case

(Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes mit Eichenlaub, Schwertern, und Etui). Reinstituted 1 September 1939. (1939-1945 issue; post-1957 reissue). Constructed of neusilber with blackened magnetic iron, consisting of a Cross Pattée with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed neusilber frame, the obverse with three central oak leaves, the six o’clock arm with a reinstitution date of “1939”, the reverse six o’clock arm with an initial institution date of “1813”, the twelve o’clock arm with an integral loop connecting to a double suspension ring from which emanate Oak Leaf and Sword clasps, the loop retaining a period original full-length neck ribbon, the cross measuring 48.42 mm (w) x 54.22 mm (h), the clasp measuring 25.70 mm (w) x 27.78 mm (h), weighing 30.1 grams overall, accompanied by its period original presentation case, constructed of a wooden frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the interior with a padded white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a slotted and depressed black velvet medal bed, closing with a functional metal snap button with exterior stud release, a high-quality 1957 version in extremely fine condition.