Original Imperial German WWI Cased Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback by the Royal Mint Order - EKI Empire Edged Weapons is covered with red velvet

is covered with red velvet

The original chin strap is unfortunately completely missing

for maker Müller-Bremse (Erich Müller)

as well as buttons and tabs for the attachment of suspenders

Comes complete with original foldable storage sleeve

Original Imperial German WWI Cased Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback by the Royal Mint Order - EKI Empire Edged Weapons is covered with red velvetOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of