Germany. An Iron Cross 1939 First Class in LDO Case of Issue
A fine example of an Iron Cross 1939 First Class “Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse” in its original LDO case of issue; a cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border, the obverse with a raised central mobile swastika with the re-institution date “1939” in raised numbering on the lower arm, the reverse plain, with a vertical pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; an unmarked example; measuring 42.22 mm (w) x 42.30 mm (h); weighing 15.7 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock, with a black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; the exterior of the lid embossed with a clear silver outline of an Iron Cross; lined interior lid embossed with the traditional “LDO” logo , with a functional spring catch and stud release; intact interior fabric hinge cover, slotted medal bed, and a functional metal hinge on the exterior of the case; measuring 70 mm (w) x 69 mm (h); with light to moderate wear to the black finish on the obverse of the cross, but otherwise a fine example of an issued Iron Cross; in overall near extremely fine condition.

