An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class In Its Original Packet Of Issue Auction he was killed in action

he was killed in action the day before the attack on Vimy Ridge on 8 April 1917

slight enamel chipping to the bottom of the cross

Both in bronze

Grand Cross  by Bichay - Type II (1953-1972) by BICHAY

An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class In Its Original Packet Of Issue Auction he was killed in actionA fine example of an Iron Cross 1939 Second Class; silver with a blackened semi matte magnetic core; on loop for suspension (unmarked); with its period original ribbon; measuring 43. 95 mm x 43. 32 mm; weighing 18. 1 grams. Accompanied by its original paper packet of issue; measuring 96 mm x 64 mm; near extremely fine condition with slight yellowing on the frame and with a small spot of corrosion on the top left of the centre arm.