Germany. A German Cross, Gold Grade, Heavy Version, by Deschler & Sohn of München
(Deutsches Kreuz in Gold). Consisting of a double-overlaid sunburst pattern with eight points; the center with a black enameled rotated (mobile) swastika, with the enamels well preserved without chipping of any kind and only minor contact marks; within a stamped gilded circular wreath impressed with oak leaves, ribbons, and the introduction year “1941”; the inner and outer sides of the wreath feature a thin red enameled rings with a silver core in the middle; the reverse plain but with a broad vertical pinback with a functional barrel hinge and a thick, slightly rounded catch; marked “1” for Deschler on the reverse; measuring 62.98 mm (w) x 62.94 mm (h); weighing 68.6 grams; in overall better than very fine condition.

