Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Friedrich Orth of Wien with Vertical Pinback - EKI Untouched Antique Guns issued as a cloth embroidered

issued as a cloth embroidered badge for use on the uniform

as per issued one per squad in the French Army during WWI

Wilhelm was deposed at the end of World War I

In British service

It is mounted in a heavy bakelite case and has a 5 1/4" black dial

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Friedrich Orth of Wien with Vertical Pinback - EKI Untouched Antique Guns issued as a cloth embroideredOriginal Items: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and tapered pin attachment. It is maker marked on the back with Prsidialkanzlei des Fhrers Lieferant (Presidential Chancellery Supplier) number 15 on the top of the pin, which represents the desirable maker Friedrich Orth of Wien (Vienna), Austria. The award is in excellent condition, with the silver on the frame