Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross Ii Class, By Deschler & Sohn United Republic of reverse engraved "RCAF" over "ME"

reverse engraved "RCAF" over "ME" (Middle East) on the top tip of the leaf and "1944-45" at its base

similar to those commonly found within the order of St

In June 1855

vintage incorrect triangular ribbon)

some loss of paint evident to the white disc

Germany, Wehrmacht. A War Merit Cross Ii Class, By Deschler & Sohn United Republic of reverse engraved "RCAF" over "ME"(Kriegsverdienstkreuz II. Klasse ohne Schwerter). Constructed of bronze, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, consisting of a Maltese Cross with pebbled arms, the obverse bearing a raised mobile swastika, the reverse bearing a raised date of 1939, unmarked, measuring 48. 50 mm (w) x 48. 78 mm (h), weighing 17. 7 grams, accompanied by its period original package of issue, constructed of light brown paper stock, the exterior bearing