Germany, Imperial. An Unusual Medal Bar for First World War Service and Bereavement Republic of mounted as originally worn German

mounted as originally worn German style: Iron Cross Second class 1914

measuring approximately 66

He has at all times set a high example and standard which has been a source of encouragement to all ranks

(Winterhilfswerk Anerkennungsabzeichen)

Germany, Imperial. An Unusual Medal Bar for First World War Service and Bereavement Republic of mounted as originally worn German(Ordenschnalle). A medal bar featuring an unusual combination of awards, including: 1. A 1914 Iron Cross II Class, constructed of iron and silver, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with a blackened magnetic iron core within a ribbed silver frame, the obverse with a central initial W, the six oclock arm with a reinstitution date of 1914, the twelve oclock arm with a royal crown, the reverse with three