Cross Series

Unissued Grosskreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes postcard. ... See More

Unissued Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes mit Eichenlaub postcard. ... See More

Here’s a post WWII Federal Republic of Germany; Official denazified “1957” Knights Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. These were issued to German Veterans who were awarded these during the Third Reich. Production of these awards ceased in 1986. The Knights Cross is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of ... Read and See More

Here’s a post WWII Federal Republic of Germany; Official denazified “1957” Knights Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords. These were issued to German Veterans who were awarded these during the Third Reich. Production of these awards ceased in 1986. The Knights Cross is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of ... Read and See More

A post WWII Federal Republic of Germany; “1957” Oak Leaves and Swords (Eichenlaub mit Schwertern) in Issue Case. Issued to German veterans who were awarded these during the Third Reich era. Production of these awards ceased in 1986. The oak leaves are constructed out of a die struck plated 800 silver content. The obverse features a three-piece pebbled oak leaf cluster above two ... Read and See More

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Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes 1939 by Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid. Amagnetic core, silver frame stamped “800 on reverse top arm; a textbook S&L; measuring approximately 48.4mm x 48.3mm weighing ca 30.3g; suspension ring stamped "935"; length of original ribbon (45cm); in fine condition with honest wear. Near impossible to find a cross in today’s market. (Complete with Document of Expertise ... Read and See More

The Holy Grail for German Cross Collectors! Earliest 10 Rivet - Deutsches Kreuz in Gold by Deschler & Sohn of München. The Gold German Cross was awarded to military personnel to recognize repeated acts (6-8) of bravery or exceptional command in combat. It is constructed out of a die struck, five-piece construction, with a; tombak base, white core, silver washed tombak ... Read and See More

Ehrentafelspange der Kriegsmarine im Etui 1957. This would have been awarded to Navy soldiers who had once again proven further extraordinary personal bravery in combat and had previously been awarded the 1st class Iron Cross. It is constructed of a die stamped tombak base that has been fire gilded with polished highlights and covered in a protectant lacquer. The round shaped ... Read and See More

A Ehrenblattspange der Luftwaffe im Etui 1957. The Luftwaffe Honor Roll Clasp was awarded to members of the Luftwaffe who had once again proven further extraordinary personal bravery in combat and had previously been awarded the 1st Class Iron Cross. It is constructed of a die stamped tombak base that has been gold fire gilded with polished highlights and covered in ... Read and See More

Ehrenblatt des deutschen Heeres/SS 1957. The Army Honor Roll Clasp was awarded to members of the German Army and the Waffen-SS who had won the 2nd and 1st Class Iron Cross and who “Once again distinguished himself in combat.”. It is constructed out of a die stamped tombak base that has been gold gilded. The obverse features crossed swords surrounded ... Read and See More

Title: The Iron Cross A History 1813-1957 Author: Gordon Williamson Publisher: Blandford Press Date: 1984. Hardcover. ... See More

Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse by L/50 - Gebr. Godet & Co. of Berlin. The 1st Class Iron Cross was awarded to those who had received the 2nd Class Iron Cross and preformed 3-5 acts of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that ... Read and See More

I love these examples that have been field modified!! Ok so the owner was awarded the EKI and decided that he preferred an screwback. The guy was a bit of medal worker he very carefully removed the pin, hinge and the catch then carefully ever so slightly vaulted the award bending back the arms 1 or 2 degrees. In the place of ... Read and See More

Here we have a very rare screwback Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz 1. Klasse (Wiederholungsspange) 1939 by Petz & Lorenz of Unterreichenbach. The 1st Class Spange to the Iron Cross (Repetition Clasp) 1939 was awarded to those who has already received the imperial 1st Class Iron Cross 1914 and earned the 1st Class Iron Cross again in WWII. It is constructed out of a die-struck zinc ... Read and See More

Here we have a miniature stickpin head of a Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse 1914 mit Spange zum Eisernen Kreuzes 1er Klasse 1939. It is a single piece die struck alloy base that has been silver washed and black painted. It measures approximately 7/16 of an inch wide by 5/8 of an inch tall. Cool! ... See More

Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse. Instituted September 1, 1939, the 2nd Class Iron Cross was awarded for an act of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that ... Read and See More

Nice award document signed by Knight's cross winner Johann Sinnhuber of 28. Jäger Division. Document has folds and some holes. ... See More

Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939. Instituted September 1, 1939, the Iron Cross 2nd Class was awarded for an act of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. Document shows fold and stain. ... See More

Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse Anstecknadel. The stickpin lapel variation would be privately purchased for everyday wear. It is constructed out of a die struck alloy base that has been silver washed and contains black enamel work. he obverse features; a pattée style cross that has a centrally placed embossed mobile swastika and “1939” to the lower arm, which is all on ... Read and See More

A Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse im Privat Etui. Instituted September 1, 1939, the Iron Cross 2nd Class was awarded for an act of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. The award is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of ... Read and See More

Rare - LDO Etui für Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939. The case is constructed out of a pressed cardboard base that is covered in a simulated, grained black leather. The interior top lid features a black rectangular/oval bordered 2nd pattern “LDO” mark. The bottom interior of the case is made of a tan felt material and outlines the cross. The ... Read and See More

Often known as the Quisling Crossthis is two-piece construction, bronze gilt with a gilt and enamelled centrepiece, inscribed "TAPPER OG TRO" on the reverse, 43.5 mm with original ribbon. This award was meant to replace the EKII for Norwegians fighting for the Axis. ... See More

Here we have an unmarked 2nd Class Iron Cross 1939 Packet. It is constructed out of blue paper that has been folded and glued together with black ink script. The obverse reads: “Eisernen Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939” (2nd Class Iron Cross 1939). It measures approximately 4 3/8 inches wide by 5 1/4 inches tall with missing flap, wear and fold and tears. ... See More

A Button Hole Ribbon - Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939. The 2nd Class Iron Cross was awarded for an act of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. This button hole would be privately purchased and worn by the awardee while in civilian clothing. It is constructed out of red, ... Read and See More

These are being sold individually, they are all the exact same. We have here a pre-1945 factory unissued standard length 2nd Class Iron Cross Ribbon (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse Band). Each ribbon is constructed out of red, white and black machine embroidered rayon thread. They are each 11 ½ inches (29cm) long by 1 3/16 inches (3cm) wide. This would also be appropriate for an ... Read and See More

Federal Republic of Germany - 1957 Version 2nd Class Spange to the Iron Cross (Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz des Weltkrieges 1914/18). In 1957 the Federal Republic of Germany permitted qualifying veterans to wear the new re-designed 1957 version award in Bundeswehr uniform, due to the Ordengesetz. It is constructed out of a die struck alloy base that has been silver washed and black painted. ... Read and See More

Here we have a partial vein Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz 2. Klasse 1939 (Wiederholungsspange) by C.E. Juncker of Berlin. The 2nd Class Spange to the Iron Cross 1939 (Repetition Clasp) was awarded to individuals who has received the 2nd Class Iron Cross in WWI and would have earned the 2nd Class Iron Cross in WWII. It is constructed out of a die ... Read and See More

Here we have a very unique Imperial 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 and a Spange to the Iron Cross. The obverse features; a pattee style cross that has a centrally placed embossed “W” (cypher for King Wilhelm II), below a Kings crown (top arm) and above “1914” (lower arm ‐ institution date August 5th 1914), which is all on a black base and surrounded ... Read and See More

Here we have an Imperial 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 and a ”Prizen Sized’ Spange to the Iron Cross 1939 by Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid. The Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. The Spange 1939 zum Eisernen Kreuz 2. Klasse was awarded ... Read and See More