26th Apr, 2023 10:30
Bravery in the Field: Medals & Militaria
THIRD REICH IRON CROSS EKII
WWII PERIOD
possibly field converted to Knight's Cross, the oak leaves and crossed swords mount in 800 silver, stamped this and L-12, in associated case with ribbon
Note: As per label, an Iron Cross could be field converted to Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross for one of either two purposes, one, for a Knight's Cross holder who did not want to wear their orginal into battle, and two, a comanding officer who wanted to make a field award, later to be confirmed.
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Sold for £240
Estimated at £300 - £500
Condition Report
The ribbon approx. 26cm wide
The cross and mount approx. 12g gross
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