An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class by Klein & Quenzer of Idar-Oberstein in its Packet of Issue
An “Eisernes Kreuz 1939 2. Klasse”; a cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; on loop for suspension - marked “65” for “Klein & Quenzer, Idar Oberstein”; with its mint period original ribbon sewn onto the loop; the obverse with a raised central mobile swastika with the re-institution date “1939” in raised numbering on the lower arm; the reverse with the original institution date “1813” in raised numbering on the lower arm; measuring 44.40 mm x 44.36 mm; weighing 21.6 grams. Accompanied by its original paper packet of issue, with “Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939” printed in black gothic lettering on the obverse and “Klein & Quenzer, Oberstein” on the reverse; measuring 105 mm x 130 mm; with light to moderate wear to the core and attractive dark patina on the frame; near extremely fine condition.

