Original Imperial German WWI Prussian "Vaulted" Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback - Unmarked - EKI Brunswick Rifle When thrown

When thrown

The grip scales are definitely an old replacement and are now loose from shrinkage from age and years of life spent at sea

Both sides show a lovely Bavarian edged design

" The Fortresses were also legendary for their ability to stay in the air after taking brutal poundings

rests here

Original Imperial German WWI Prussian "Vaulted" Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback - Unmarked - EKI Brunswick Rifle When thrownOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of