German Cross in Gold by Fritz Zimmermann

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This is a textbook example of a fine quality manufacture German Cross in Gold (Deutsches Kreuz in Gold) by Fritz Zimmermann; the obverse with a fine double-overlaid sunburst pattern with eight points, and the center with a black enameled rotated (mobile) swastika, with the enamels well preserved without chipping exhibiting minor wear; within a stamped gilded circular wreath impressed with oak leaves, ribbons, and the introduction year “1941”; the inner and outer sides of the wreath feature a thin red enameled rings with a silver core in the middle; the reverse with its trademark Zimmermann manufacture four rivets, with a tapered vertical pinback, with a functional barrel hinge and a thick, slightly rounded catch; marked “20” for “Fritz Zimmermann, Stuttgart” on the reverse of the pin; measuring 63.06 mm x 63.13 mm; weighing 45.2 grams. A nice example with no damage