Kriegs-verdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern by 80 - G.H. Osang - of Dresden. Instituted October 18, 1939, the 2nd Class War Merit Cross with Swords was awarded to soldiers for exceptional service in battle above and beyond the call of duty. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been bronze washed and finished in a lacquered coating. It depicts a pebbled Maltese style cross with two crossed broad swords and a wreathed swastika / “1939” (reverse) to the center. To the top is a loop and brass ring that is maker marked “80” and holds 6 inches of black, white and red rayon ribbon. Some of the bronze finish has been absorbed by the zinc. The award measures 1 15/16 inches wide and tall.
Rating: | Exc+ |
Item Number: | M-35389 |
Price: | $79.95 USD |
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