Cross of Honour of The German Mother, Gold Grade With Case of Issue

The Cross of Honour of the German Mother was instituted on December 16, 1938, to recognise women who had given birth and successfully raised a large number of “racially pure” children. The decoration, which was intended to encourage women to bear more children, was considered to be the most significant award that could be conferred upon a woman. The award was established in three classes, Bronze, Silver, and Gold. Bronze was issued to mothers of 4-5 children, Silver to mothers of 6-7 children, and Gold to mothers of 8 or more children.

This is the second model with blue and white enamel. Reverse and center in gold. Institution date and a facsimile of Adolf Hitler’s signature on the reverse. The cross comes with it’s original full length ribbon. The cross is in very good condition with intact enamel and hardly any signs of age. The cross comes in its original issue case. The case is produced of wood with a dark blue leather imitation cover (paper). Locking mechanism and push button, intact and functional. Inside is nicely stamped to the white satin lining with makers name and location “Werner Redo, Saarlautern”. The case shows signs of age and handling. Inside also with a couple of stains.

Nice set!!