Germany. A Spanish Cross, Bronze Grade, Without Swords
c. 1939. (Spanienkreuz in Bronze ohne Schwerter). A bronze vaulted Maltese cross with Luftwaffe eagles affixed between the arms of the cross; the center with a mobile swastika; the reverse plain, with a slender vertical banjo style pinback, and a functional hinge/catch assembly; an unmarked example; measuring 55.11 mm (w) x 56.20 mm (h); weighing 26.3 grams; in overall very fine condition.
Footnote: With a total of 7,869 of this Bronze Grade Spanish Cross awarded.

