Germany, Third Reich. An Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 for Combatants, with Luxury Case, by Reichsvervand Pforzheim Buy Now most of the gilt and

most of the gilt and silver wash has worn off due to age and wear

Footnote: Helmut Bruck was born on 16 February 1913 in Kittlitzreben

decorative gold bullion wire chinstrap

the examiner noting that he "Would surely take advantage of any opportunity offered him

the obverse with crossed swords piercing the centre

Germany, Third Reich. An Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 for Combatants, with Luxury Case, by Reichsvervand Pforzheim Buy Now most of the gilt and(Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkrieges 1914 1918 mit Etui). Constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with crossed swords piercing the centrepiece, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, the reverse maker marked with the logo of Reichsverband Pforzheim, measuring 37. 93 mm (w) x 41. 97 mm (h), weighing 14. 8 grams, accompanied by a privately purchased luxury case,