awarded by Emperor Wilhelm II himself for achieving nine aerial victories
consisting of a silver gilded eight-pointed multi-rayed arms
Among the founders were General Stephen Moylan
renowned for his artistic medals depicting famous historical figures and events
it measures approximately 92mm x 80mm (3 1/2 x 3 inches)in mint condition
Germany, Imperial. A First World War Patriotic Paper Weight certificate_of_authenticity awarded by Emperor Wilhelm II(Briefbeschwerer). Constructed of polished black marble, the obverse bearing a hand carved Iron Cross style Cross Patte, with a central initial W topped by a royal crown and situated above dates 1914 15, with oak leaves situated between all quadrants, unmarked, measuring 85 mm (w) x 125 mm (l), demonstrating a chip to one corner which has been carefully repaired, a wartime patriotic paperweight in very fine condition.