Germany. A Iron Cross 1939 First Class By Fritz Zimmermann, Pforzheim Auction Archive marked “JMME & SOHN BERLIN”

marked “JMME & SOHN BERLIN” in extremely fine condition

impressed (8001 PTE

HEMMERLE Juwuliere MUNCHEN Maximilanstr

original ribbon with pinback hanger inscribed "MARYLAND"

the now Lieutenant Colonel von Pittel was still fighting influential battles

Germany. A Iron Cross 1939 First Class By Fritz Zimmermann, Pforzheim Auction Archive marked “JMME & SOHN BERLIN”An Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse; white metal cross patte of multi piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; with a vertical tapered pin, a barrel hinge, and a flat wire catch; measuring 44. 25 mm x 44. 27 mm; marked L 52 under catch; weighing 17. 0 grams; Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a lightly textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior;