WSM-306

1939 Order of the German Eagle Neck Cross and Star by Godet & Co. in Original Case

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  • $ 8,800


1939 Order of the German Eagle Neck Cross and Star by Godet & Co. in Original Case-Multi-piece construction neck cross; Maltese cross in gilded silver and well preserved white enamel; with four national eagles (Hoheitszeichen) between the arms of the cross; stamped on suspension eyelet “900”; full length neck ribbon with ties; measuring ca. 50.6 mm x 50.3 mm, weighing 29.3 grams; multi-piece construction star in silver, center appliqué Maltese cross in silver gilt and white enamel; with four national eagles (Hoheitszeichen) between the arms of the cross; applied gilt swords; reverse with two rivets; stamped on pin “900”; measuring ca. 75.1 x 65.6 mm, weighing ca. 45.4g; original case constructed of heavy cardboard stock covered with a red leatherette exterior; embossed with a golden national eagle on the outside lid with a golden line on all four edges of the top lid; interior of the lid lined in off-white silk; embossed “Orden vom Deutschen Alder Verdienstkreuz  mit Stern” in golden lettering on the inside of the lid; with a black velvet recessed medal bed; functional clasp for opening and closing; intact interior hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; extremely fine condition; measuring ca. 245mm x 165mm. Excellent condition!