Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class Auction Arrived in August 1814 and

Arrived in August 1814 and took part in the actions at Fort Erie and Cook

While at Winnipeg

During his time on board

measuring 139 mm x 88 mm

an early example with some period wear

Germany, Imperial. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class Auction Arrived in August 1814 and(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse). A cross patte of multi piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central W, with the re institution date 1914 in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; the reverse with a vertical pinback; measuring 42. 61 mm (w) x 42. 60 mm (h); the core of the cross with all of its original paint intact; in overall very fine condition.