War Merit Cross, 2'class With-Out Swords, With Paper Envelope of Issue

The War Merit Cross was instituted on October 18th 1939, in two classes with both classes issued, with and without swords, for award to military personnel and civilians, including females and foreigners, for exemplary service and/or bravery in Germany’s war effort, in a non-combatant role. The addition of swords to the award signified bravery while awards without swords were bestowed for service.

This cross is constructed of die stamped Zinc and comes complete with medal ring, suspension ring and correct ribbed rayon ribbon. The cross is in good condition but has lost almost all of it’s bronze color wash. The cross comes with its original paper envelope of issue. The envelope is in very good condition and is maker marked to the reverse.

Nice set!!