Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class Auction an early example with some

an early example with some period wear

While at Winnipeg

the latter one with edge wear

He was a prolific author

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Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class Auction an early example with some(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse). A cross patte 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; measuring 42. 61 mm (w) x 42. 60 mm (h); the core of the cross with all of its original paint intact; in overall very fine condition.