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You are at a gateway to WWII discussion, research, exploration, & analysis. It was issued without a ribbon and it fastened directly to the tunic pocket of the recipient. The medal could be worn either on its own or as part of a larger group and mounted onto a pin-on bar.
For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. The EKII ribbon issued during both wars could be indicated on a combat uniform by placing a strip of the ribbon through the second button hole down from the neck. edges being the norm. It had been put forth for many years that
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in this article bearing that name. If you wish to purchase any item online, we always recommend researching the items authenticity, consulting experts. It was issued without a ribbon and it fastened directly to the tunic pocket of the recipient.
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This award was created by Adolf Hitler in October 1939 as a successor to the non-combatant Iron Cross which was used in earlier wars (similar medal but with a different ribbon). Started years earlier by Col. Vincent A. Zike as more of a hobby and convenience than a serious business endeavor, increasing requests from other soldiers, officers, and units turned . he least issued and more expensive variant is the pin or screw-back model, known simply to collectors as the Iron CrossFirst Class. A 1939 Iron Cross First Class marked L/11 for Wilhelm Deumer. The 1st class EK1 was awarded around 163,000 times during WW1 and would have been worn on the breast of the awardees uniform. Cl., - marked "L/52" "20" Most reputable traders will happily take an item back if you arent happy with it. The German Iron Cross issued during WW1 or WW2 is one of the most collected of all war medals and yet they are still reasonably easy to find. with the year 1939 on the bottom arm of the cross. Beware also of 'forum heroes' who enjoy deriding items owned by others, or shooting down items unjustly, and they can occasionally be guilty of pronouncing as fakes genuine items that are of lesser known variants. This is the usual place to find makers marks on the EKII. It appears to be the traditional construction: a two piece silver frame surrounding an iron core. 2) "Gablonzer Press" Method; In late 1942 a
Whilst numerous and widely awarded during WW2, they are now becoming much scarcer. We love to show items for sale from all around the world, so grabthechance toput your item in front of thousands of potential buyers worldwide. variation. Two examples of this were civilian test pilots Hanna Reitsch who was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class and 1st Class and Melitta Schenk Grfin von Stauffenberg, who was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class, for their actions as pilots during World War II. same in the first two classes of the Iron Cross, and even the Knight's Cross. To receive an Iron Cross 1st class, a soldier would have to repeat this feat multiple times. appreciated in this
Like the 2nd class,
Remembering, employing, empowering our nation's heroes. only a limited number of manufacturers switched to this method. control. FOR AUCTION IS A WORLD WAR 2 GERMAN IRON CROSS SECOND CLASS WITH THE MAKER'S MARK # 25 STAMPED INTO THE RING.
This is somewhat subjective, and based on experience, but experts look for a texture of the metal and the paint of the iron core as veins and aged imperfections in the iron can bubble up or show rust, lines and imperfections with age. thin sheet of silver. Pastry Corner Bakery & Cafe. Iron Crosses
WW2 Iron Cross with photograph of it being worn.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'militariatoday_com-narrow-sky-1','ezslot_19',700,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-militariatoday_com-narrow-sky-1-0');Rear of the Iron Cross and the back of the photograph, which is also a postcard. to find examples with Prasidialkanzlei and LDO markings on them. 1939 EK1 Screwback by Zimmermann Typical rear of a 1939 EK1 sure back, this one marked L52 for Zimmermann. This is an excellent quality reproduction of the best known award of World War II: the German Iron Cross, or EKI (Eiserne Kreuz I)! time takes from edges, means that the points of original Iron Crosses today should never feel sharp to
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Orders over 50 are sent by Special Delivery (7.50) / International Signed For (10).
Iron Cross 1st Class - Wehrmacht - Can you slide a piece of paper between the core and the inner corners of the frame? This is always a good sign, and a good thing to have up your sleeve should it subsequently prove to be a cleverly faked item. When I was a teenager a well renowned dealer said to meAround 5 million Iron crosses were manufactured during WW2, and only 20 million of them are still around today!This of course makes no sense, but the meaning behind it does. Though unmarked, this German WW2 EKI bears all of the hallmarks of the K&Q maker, and is a stunning example retaining 90% of its black finish, with a nice patina around the edges and absolutely no rust or corrosion. Forum, A detail view at makers and characteristics of this class, A study of the 1939 Clasps presented to those that had earned the 1914 Iron Cross, click here to read the entire
It is maker marked 65 on the clip stem, and is in very good condition. All for free! 19448 WORLD WAR ONE IRON CROSS SECOND CLASS RING STAMPED AS FOUND more info 19438 IRON CROSS SECOND CLASS RING STAMPED 100 Stamped 100 for the maker Rudolf Wachler & Lange more info 19432 IRON CROSS SECOND CLASS RING STAMPED 25 Stamped 25 for the maker AG Hanau Berlin more info 19401 WORLD WAR ONE IRON CROSS SECOND CLASS Ring stamped Early War crosses are usually not marked. The "screw-back" types, more scarcely
This
Use tab to navigate through the menu items. 1) "Blanking Die" Method; From the beginning of the war to 1942,
Germany. While it is indisputably a rare find,
Check out reviews, contact sellers, again a reputable seller will happily answer questions. Some Swastikas were high and were level with the rim, while others were
On this fake you can see how dull and rounded the edges are. him the 2nd Class. usually be differentiated from it's German counterpart without too great
There is also a rusting phenomenon
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Browse articles, see items for sale around the world, or check out our worldwide events calendar. We accept payment by UK cheque, bank transfer, or cash (Euros, US$ or GBP). An Iron Cross 2nd Class of the First World war. This clean example is available from Malcolm Wagner Militaria in the UK. On this fake you can see an obvious flaw in the middle and tell it's painted a flat black. So some telltale signs to look for here are: - When you look at the silver frame side on can you see a join / line running down the side of the frame? Wehrmacht-Awards.com
This would be the case if the wearer had been awarded other medals. wears an Iron Cross 1st Class in cloth (courtesy Frank H.). of the medals. Iron Cross, , German Eiserne Kreuz, Prussian military decoration instituted in 1813 by Frederick William III for distinguished service in the Prussian War of Liberation. A thin length of ribbon was worn on a tunic to denote the soldier as an award recipient, with the actual medal mounted to the ribbon to be worn at the time of award and for parade / ceremonial occasions. One way to check some crosses for three piece construction is to slide paper between frame and core.
WWI Iron Cross first and second class | Collectors Weekly Each different manufacturer was free to stamp their marks on the edge of the medal, but more commonly they would mark the hanging ring, like this example. Two examples of
Worn on a length or ribbon and a loop around the neck. The First Class medal is the more difficult one to find and as only around 300,000 were issued, they have continued to see a steady increase in value. Swords as well as Oak Leaves with Swords and Diamonds there is always a
Grab the cross and shake it. manufactured largely by hand, the Iron Cross 1939 was mass
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Iron Cross | German military award | Britannica As such, it is always worth either speaking to someone who knows more on the subject, take advice or at the least, buy from a trusted source. For dealers with your own website: it couldnt be easier, so get in touch via info@militariatoday.comto express interest, and we will select items from your website to include in our daily posts, and advertise them for free! Item Number: 68669. . delivered to the Presidential Chancellery of the Fhrer - the Medal
Leutnant Bernd Heukemes,
The core
and file marks of an Iron Cross.
Wittmann Antique Militaria - The Iron Cross A 1939 Iron Cross 2nd Class with a badly damaged arm that clearly shows the three pieced construction of an iron core with joined outer frames. remained consistent. And finally, especially if you arent sure about the seller, pay on a credit card of via PayPal goods and services (This is often built into sellers website). These "veins" are caused by rust forming underneath the bakedfinished. April 1942 Script ford GPW Jeep April 1942 script ford. I've got a first class iron cross, an unmarked one. Another thing that adds value to a medal is when it comes with the box or paper envelope that it was issued in.
German Ww2 Iron Cross Second Class With Makers Mark #25 It is priced at 325.Front view. Here is a list of 1939 Iron Cross 2nd Class makers markings.