Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross Second Class 1914 in German-made Glass Display Dome - EKII Flintlock Muskets and Rifles Colonel Henry L

Colonel Henry L

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The shell is maker marked with a stamping on the underside of the rim that reads 233 / ZD

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incorporating a "built-in" Percussion Cap nipple to back end of the barrel

Original German WWI Prussian Iron Cross Second Class 1914 in German-made Glass Display Dome - EKII Flintlock Muskets and Rifles Colonel Henry LOriginal 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