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Item Id: AM26120
War Merit Cross 2’nd Class Without Swords Maker Marked 107 Complete with Matching Issue Envelope
€70.00
The War Merit Cross was instituted on October 18th 1939, in two classes with both classes issued, with and without swords, for award to military personnel and civilians, including females and foreigners, for exemplary service and/or bravery in Germany’s war effort, in a non-combatant role. The addition of swords to the award signified bravery while awards without swords were bestowed for service.
War Merit Cross 2’nd class without swords. High quality example, constructed of akkoy with a bronze color wash finish. The medal comes complete with intact suspension ring and correct rayon ribbon. The suspension ring is maker marked “107” for “Karl Wild, Hamburg”. The cross is in very good condition with a light age patina. The cross also comes complete with a matching paper envelope. The envelope is also maker marked for Karl Wild. Envelope is in very good condition.
Super nice set!!
