An Absolutely Mint Iron Cross 1939 in its Case of Issue
An “Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse”, white metal cross pattee of multi-piece construction, with a blackened brass core (non-magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; with a vertical slender banjo style pinback, with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch; measuring 43.66 mm x 43.77 mm; weighing 20.0 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a lightly textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; with the outer lid embossed in silver with the outline of an Iron Cross; lined interior lid; slotted medal bed; perfectly intact interior fabric hinge cover; functional spring catch with stud release; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 68 mm x 68 mm; light patina on the reverse of the cross; absolutely mint and unsurpassed condition. (C:193)

