Germany. An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class by Arbeitsgemeinschaft of Hanau
An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class (Eisernes Kreuz 1939 2. Klasse); a cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; on loop for suspension - marked “25” Arbeitsgemeinschaft der Graveur-Gold-Silberschmiede, Hanau”; with a full length correct replacement ribbon; the obverse with a raised central mobile swastika with the re-institution date “1939” in raised numbering on the lower arm; the reverse with the original institution date “1813” in raised numbering on the lower arm; measuring 44.38 mm (w) x 44.12 mm (h); weighing 19.7 grams; with very dark patina from age; in overall better than very fine condition. (C:221)

