An Absolutely Mint Iron Cross 1939 In Its Case Of Issue Hold apparently by the recipient

apparently by the recipient

then posted to the 23rd Reserve Battalion

green oxidation spots evident

He later joined the Royal Canadian Air Force Reserve

Some tests were done and all stood up very well

An Absolutely Mint Iron Cross 1939 In Its Case Of Issue Hold apparently by the recipientAn Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse, white metal cross pattee of multi piece construction, with a blackened brass core (non magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; with a vertical slender banjo style pinback, with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch; measuring 43. 66 mm x 43. 77 mm; weighing 20. 0 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a lightly textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior;