Prussia. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class
An Iron Cross 1914 First Class “Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse”; a cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central “W”, with the re-institution date “1914” in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; the reverse with a vertical pinback, a barrel hinge, and a rounded catch; marked “985” on the reverse of the cross for silver content; measuring 42.40 mm (w) x 42.96 mm (h); weighing 15.2 grams; with light oxidation marks on the frame of the cross, but with attractive dark patina on the cross from age; in overall near very fine condition.

