An Iron Cross 1939 First Class by Friedrich Linden
An “Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse”, white metal cross pattee of multi-piece construction, with a blackened metal core (magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; with a vertical tapered pinback, with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch; maker marked “L/61” on the reverse for “Friedrich Linden, Lüdenscheid” on the reverse of the pinback; measuring 44.46 mm x 44.20 mm; weighing 17.6 grams; light traces of oxidation on the swastika, with attractive dark patina from age; in overall better than fine condition. (C:193)

