$350.00
IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1ST CLASS – TWO-PIECE-SCREWBACK
This is a two-piece screwback of the 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. The cross is non magnetic. It is also slightly vaulted. The obverse’s paint rates at about 90% with some loss of paint on the high points (Crown, W, and 1914.). A one-piece backing plate screws onto the cross’s back. No markings for silver content or manufacturer are evident.
IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1ST CLASS – TWO-PIECE-SCREWBACK
This is a two-piece screwback of the 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. The cross is non magnetic. It is also slightly vaulted. The obverse’s paint rates at about 90% with some loss of paint on the high points (Crown, W, and 1914.). A one-piece backing plate screws onto the cross’s back. No markings for silver content or manufacturer are evident.
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IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1ST CLASS – TWO-PIECE-SCREWBACK
This is a two-piece screwback of the 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. The cross is non magnetic. It is also slightly vaulted. The obverse’s paint rates at about 90% with some loss of paint on the high points (Crown, W, and 1914.). A one-piece backing plate screws onto the cross’s back. No markings for silver content or manufacturer are evident.
$950.00
We are very pleased to offer this 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class complete with its original presentation case AND the cardboard carton in which it was shipped. While a certain number of decorations that appear in today’s market still have their presentation cases, finding one that also has its original cardboard shipping carton is far rarer. Naturally, the shipping carton helped protect the presentation case from scratches, but also was intended to thwart its theft. The simple brown carton measures 1” x 2 ½” x 3.” A small 2 ½” x 2 ½” white label pasted to its exterior has the message listed below. It identifies the Iron Cross and warns that it may only be opened by its recipient…
GERMANY – IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1st CLASS – ORIGINAL PRESENTATION CASE AND CARDBOARD SHIPPING CARTON
We are very pleased to offer this 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class complete with its original presentation case AND the cardboard carton in which it was shipped. While a certain number of decorations that appear in today’s market still have their presentation cases, finding one that also has its original cardboard shipping carton is far rarer. Naturally, the shipping carton helped protect the presentation case from scratches, but also was intended to thwart its theft. The simple brown carton measures 1” x 2 ½” x 3.” A small 2 ½” x 2 ½” white label pasted to its exterior has the message listed below. It identifies the Iron Cross and warns that it may only be opened by its recipient.
“Eisernes Kreuz
1. Klasse
Nur von dem Beliehenen
zu öffnen”
A red and black paper seal that securely fastened the package on its way to the recipient is also included. The latter specified that it had originated from the “Preuss. General. Ordenskom.” Essentially, the box was not to be opened until it reached its correct recipient. The shipping carton is complete, although one side has come undone. [A spot of glue would easily solve the problem]. The flap is complete. The black leatherette presentation case displays a gold Iron Cross on its outer lid. The case’s interior sports a white silk upper lid. A fitted purple velvet base allows the pin to drop down and keep the Iron Cross flush. The case closes flush and is well secured. The Iron Cross is of the flat design that is consistent with issued Iron Crosses. This is further confirmed by the initials “KO,” which appear under the clasp. These were the initials of the Stuttgart firm that produced most of the Empire’s issued Iron Crosses.
While the Iron Cross and presentation case are lovely, the real value here lies in the simple brown cardboard carton. How many people would save the box once they received their award? Although more recipients saved their presentation cases, a good number of them were also discarded. These two simple boxes bring a great deal of interest and value to the 1914 Iron Cross itself. This would make a major addition to any collection.
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$595.00
1914 Iron Cross 1st Class in the presentation case. The Iron Cross is a privately-purchased example that is low vaulted. The paint on the obverse rates at about 98%. The cross’s center is magnetic. The frame sports a very fine patina. The cross has a fine swollen pin. It is not hallmarked for manufacturer or silver content. The leatherette case is quite solid, structurally. The outside front features a decal with an Iron Cross. The decal’s bottom is obscured where the “1914” would appear. Inside the case is the typical white silk upper liner. The fitted case’s bottom half is lined in purple velvet. Overall, they make a very handsome pair.
1914 Iron Cross 1st Class in the presentation case. The Iron Cross is a privately-purchased example that is low vaulted. The paint on the obverse rates at about 98%. The cross’s center is magnetic. The frame sports a very fine patina. The cross has a fine swollen pin. It is not hallmarked for manufacturer or silver content. The leatherette case is quite solid, structurally. The outside front features a decal with an Iron Cross. The decal’s bottom is obscured where the “1914” would appear. Inside the case is the typical white silk upper liner. The fitted case’s bottom half is lined in purple velvet. Overall, they make a very handsome pair.
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$550.00
IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1st CLASS – VAULTED IN ORIGINAL PRESENTATION CASE
This is a vaulted 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. The obverse’s paint rates at about 90%. The frame’s patina is very pleasing. The reverse sports a high-quality flat pin. The Iron Cross is nestled in a black leatherette box, measuring 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4.” The case’s lid displays an Iron Cross’s silver outline. A white silk upper lining appears inside the case. The case’s bottom is covered in creme-colored velvet, with a place cut out to accommodate the cross’s pin. It is a solid presentation group.
IRON CROSS – 1914 – 1st CLASS – VAULTED IN ORIGINAL PRESENTATION CASE
This is a vaulted 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. The obverse’s paint rates at about 90%. The frame’s patina is very pleasing. The reverse sports a high-quality flat pin. The Iron Cross is nestled in a black leatherette box, measuring 2 3/4″ x 2 3/4.” The case’s lid displays an Iron Cross’s silver outline. A white silk upper lining appears inside the case. The case’s bottom is covered in creme-colored velvet, with a place cut out to accommodate the cross’s pin. It is a solid presentation group.
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