Germany. A Gold Grade Mother’s Cross by C.E. Juncker

A third reich period “Ehrenkreuz der Deutschen Mutter” with its original case of issue; Latin cross with concave arms in gilded bronze and blue, white, and black enamels; with sun rays emanating between the arms from the centre applique; on loop for suspension; with its full length period original ribbon; the obverse with a circular applique bearing a static black enameled swastika (Hakenkreuz) within a gilded ring inscribed “Der Deutschen Mutter” (The German Mother), with all four arms of the cross edged in white enamels with solid blue panels; the reverse dated with the date of implementation “10 Dezember 1938”, bearing the facsimile of the Führer and Reichs-Chancellor; measuring 35.19 mm (w) x 42.71 mm (h); weighing 13.8 grams with its ribbon. Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a dark blue lightly textured faux leather (leatherette) exterior, with the outline of a Mother’s Cross embossed in gold on the outside lid; lined interior lid (marked “C.E. Juncker, Berlin” with a recessed medal bed; functional spring catch with stud release; intact interior fabric hinge cover - slightly severed; functional exterior hinge; measuring 50 mm x 11 mm; light greenish oxidation on the cross; in overall near mint condition.