Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback Spade Grip Assembly having fulfilled their commitment

having fulfilled their commitment

so the housing itself may have been made by Hugo Schneider

Commander Young was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions that day

Worthy of further research and ready to display

an archaic measurement used by Russia through the first world war

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback Spade Grip Assembly having fulfilled their commitmentOriginal Items: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with straight vertical pin attachment. It is not maker marked, but that was not uncommon for these awards. Close examination may be able to determine the maker, as the major makers had their own distinctive styles. The medal is in very good overall condition, and the silver plate is retained well, showing very minor tarnishing or patination. The