Description
Iron Cross 2nd Class Medal – Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse – with Original Presentation Case
This is an original Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse), one of the most recognized and historically significant military decorations of Germany. The Iron Cross was re-instituted during both World War I and World War II to reward acts of bravery and military merit in the face of the enemy, and the 2nd Class was typically awarded as a soldier’s first level of the decoration.
The medal is of the correct three-piece construction, consisting of a magnetic iron core framed by a silvered outer border. The obverse displays the raised central motif with the national emblem, while the reverse bears the date of institution for the specific conflict. The iron core retains its darkened finish, with only light, age-appropriate wear, while the silver frame remains crisp with well-defined edges.
Included with the medal is its original presentation case, an increasingly scarce and desirable accompaniment. The case is period correct, with a fitted interior designed to securely hold the cross and protect it when not worn. The exterior remains in good condition, showing only minor wear consistent with age and careful handling, while the interior lining remains intact.
The Iron Cross 2nd Class was worn suspended from its ribbon, typically passed through the buttonhole of the tunic, and was awarded across all branches of service and ranks. As such, it is emblematic of frontline service and personal valor during Germany’s major 20th-century conflicts.
A complete and attractive example, this Iron Cross 2nd Class with original case is well suited for collectors of German military decorations, World War I or World War II memorabilia, or historically grounded medal displays.
