Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross Second Class 1914 in German-made Glass Display Dome - EKII Japanese Marines though it has been cleaned

though it has been cleaned extensively over the years

on the top of the barrel

The original fuze still unscrews from the body correctly

The true purpose of the gaping mouth of a blunderbuss was to instill dread into the intended victim

• Nick Nirosky

Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross Second Class 1914 in German-made Glass Display Dome - EKII Japanese Marines though it has been cleanedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the Eisernes Kreuz (Iron Cross) decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the