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Germany – Iron Cross – 1914 – 2nd Class

SKU: 09-1085

$115.00

This is a 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class. The Iron Cross itself is in very fine condition….

 

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This is a 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class. The Iron Cross itself is in very fine condition.

The paint is excellent and would rate at 100%.

The patina of the frame is deep and dark and has been uncleaned in ages.

 

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This is a 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class. The Iron Cross itself is in very fine condition.

The paint is excellent and would rate at 100%.

The patina of the frame is deep and dark and has been uncleaned in ages.

 

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