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(F1362) A nice example of an early issue War Merit Cross 1st class without swords in it's Case of issue.
The cross is an early example by the maker No. 50 and this although difficult to read, is stamped on the pin. The cross has the usual frosted and burnished finished although it is slightly toned due to the years. These crosses are quite scarce to acquire as less of these were issued as to their counterparts with swords and it is nice to find such a nice early quality example. The case is a standard two piece hinged case, opened by a press stud. The inside of the case is quite clean with the silk hinge covering being intact. The outside of the case, which has the silver emblem of the cross embossed to the lid, shows a high amount of usage and wear with the leatherette covering being worn away in places. This can be seen from the scan. All in all, a nice complete set to find. GBP £195.00
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