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WWII GERMAN IRON CROSS - FIRST CLASS BADGE


The Iron Cross has long been held as a symbol for bravery in combat, The Germans have been employing it as an award since the 1800's.

The award saw minor changes for use in the WWII period. The swastika was added to the center of the cross.

The award was issued in two primary types:
  1. First Class
  2. Second Class
The item featured here is a WWII German Iron Cross first class award. The award was issued in a box with a certificate.










This award is heavily reproduced. Several companies have been manufacturing the replicas for quite some tine.


PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
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Value (2006) $200.00
Availability (2006) Rare


 
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