Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords United Republic of measuring 64mm x 52mm

measuring 64mm x 52mm

marked on reverse Godet

featuring exceptionally crisp detail and high relief

In November 1916

Footnote: Following the campaign of 1870/71

Germany. A War Merit Cross Second Class With Swords United Republic of measuring 64mm x 52mmAn example of a War Merit Cross Second Class with Swords (Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern); a Maltese cross in bronzed metal alloy; on loop for suspension (unmarked); with a mint and unissued period original ribbon; the obverse with crossed swords between the arms of the cross and a circular raised border of oak leaves on the obverse with a raised mobile swastika in the center; the reverse with a circular raised border of oak leaves