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The 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse) was re-instituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, for bravery or merit during World War I. It is a three-piece, magnetic iron-core medal featuring a silver frame, worn on a black and white ribbon, usually through the second buttonhole of the tunic.
Key Features and Design
- Obverse: Features a crowned "W" (Wilhelm II) at the top, "1914" at the bottom, and a centered crown.
- Reverse: Features a crowned "FW" (Friedrich Wilhelm III) at the top, "1813" at the bottom, and an oak leaf cluster in the center.
- Material: The core is typically magnetic iron, while the frame is silver.
- Size: Standard,,, sizes are approximately , though oversized () and "Schinckelform" (early, delicate) variants exist.
Wear and Award Criteria
- Wear: The 2nd Class was suspended from the buttonhole ribbon, unlike the 1st Class, which was pinned to the breast.
- Awards: It was awarded for a single act of bravery or meritorious service in combat.
- Prevalence: It was widely awarded, including to Adolf Hitler.
Collector Notes
- Magnetism: Genuine 1914 crosses are generally magnetic, with rare exceptions from some Austrian makers.
- Maker Marks: Many were maker-marked on the ring or frame, with examples including "W" (Wagner, Berlin), "KO" (Klein & Quenzer), or "Wilm".
- Condition: Excellent examples retain their black paint, though some patina on the silver frame is common.
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My Iron Cross Second Class 1914 with makers mark "KO". The ribbon is original and is presented in a case as awarded to officers.Read more
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