Germany, Imperial. An Honour Cross Of The World War 1914/1918, With Case Hold / DIED IN HIS COUNTRY'S

/ DIED IN HIS COUNTRY'S SERVICE / 26 MAY 1944)

made post-war era

navy blue and violet inks

He was honorably discharged from the military two days later

with material fatigue and soiling evident to both the wool and wire features

Germany, Imperial. An Honour Cross Of The World War 1914/1918, With Case Hold / DIED IN HIS COUNTRY'S(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 centre, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, the reverse marked with an unidentified makers logo, measuring 37. 57 mm (w) x 42. 44 mm (h), weighing 13. 4 grams, accompanied by its period original presentation case, constructed of a