WW2 German Wehrmacht Kriegsverdienstkreuz I mit Schwertern – WAR MERIT CROSS WITH SWORD – 1st CLASS – NICE!

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You are bidding on a VERY NICE and 100% ORIGINAL example of a WW2 German Wehrmacht 1st Class War Merit Cross with Swords!

Introduced on October 18, 1939, in two distinct classes, both with and without swords, this medal was awarded to both military and civilian personnel for exceptional service or bravery, in a non-combatant role.  The addition of swords to the award signified bravery, while awards without swords were for service.

Made of zinc, this award is in VERY nice condition!  It features a Maltese cross, with a central swastika encircled by an oakleaf wreath. Reverse indicates the original instituted date of 1939. This variant features the swords, which cross through the center.  Some slight marks and wear throughout, but nothing that detracts. Some traces of the original finish remain on the reverse. The reverse is stamped with a, “3”, indicating manufacture by Wilhelm Deumer Ludenscheld. A VERY NICE addition to any collection or display!