Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version GTRexclude of early period manufacture circa

of early period manufacture circa early 1900’s

circumscribed by the Latin inscription EX ORIENTE LUX (LIGHT FROM THE EAST)

circumscribed by an inscription of “EUROPÄISCHER JUGENDKONGRESS 13

it was noted by the attending doctor that "Owing to wet conditions in France in 1916 Man states he developed frequent colds which became chronic in character

blade in near mint condition

Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version GTRexclude of early period manufacture circaA textbook example of the award, in cupal featuring a cetnral swastika with intact black enameling, strong gilt on surrounding wreath and nearly 100% retention of patination on rays, reverse with Deschler's characteristic 4 rivets, central pin assembly, marked 1 denoting Deschler & Sohn, 70. 00 grams, heavy version, measuring 63. 09 mm (w) x 62. 83mm (h), excellent example, extremely fine.