Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross First Class With Swords, By Deschler & Sohn Auction Archive the reverse presents the maker

the reverse presents the maker mark for G

VIII - The Fighting in Flanders

where he would be treated for the next five weeks

Minor signs of material fatigue are evident to the wool

Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross First Class With Swords, By Deschler & Sohn Auction Archive the reverse presents the makerA near mint fine quality manufacture Kriegsverdienstkreuz Erster Klasse mit Schwerter; in silvered tombac; functional vertical pinback (marked 1 for Deschler & Sohn, Mnchen); measuring 48. 18 mm x 48. 27 mm; weighing 19. 6 grams; in extremely fine condition. Original case of issue; exterior constructed of black leatherette with a War Merit Cross with swords embossed on the outside lid; exterior leather hinge and interior fabric hinge intact; measuring