M-380Z

WWI Cross of Honor 1914/1918 w/Swords on Parade Mount

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WWI Cross of Honor 1914/1918 w/Swords on Parade Mount- Very good example complete with parade ribbon mount. Maker marked. The ribbon is excellent. There is red felt on the reverse and a long pin that works perfectly. Very nicely marked on the reverse.  

History: This medal was awarded to all front-line veterans who where participants of WWI. The last one was awarded in 1944. It is constructed out of a die struck steel base that has been bronze plated. The obverse depicts a centrally placed “1914 1918” surrounded by a laurel leaf and berry wreath, that is open at the top and tied together at the bottom, which is in front of a pattée style cross, and above two crossed broad swords.