Original German WWII Cased Clasp to the Iron Cross First Class 1939 with Pinback - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz MG 34 Accessories An unknown but probably small

An unknown but probably small number of others were built

not the front

Bearing a Finish inventory and arsenal marking of Korj

The blade of this example is outstanding

is made of Iron

Original German WWII Cased Clasp to the Iron Cross First Class 1939 with Pinback - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz MG 34 Accessories An unknown but probably smallOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the 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 Iron Cross was