Idar-Oberstein 1" on the inside lid
Applied with its factory original zig-zag stitching
The certificate measures 143 mm (w) x 217 mm (h) and is in extremely fine condition
Gordon Williamson traces its history and design from 1813 and gives brief notes on all the principal recipients in various wars including the Napoleonic
measuring 44 mm (w) x 50 mm (h) inclusive of integral ring
Germany, Imperial. A 1914 Iron Cross Patriotic Badge in Silver, with Period Case Republic of Idar-Oberstein 1" on the inside(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 Abzeichen in Silber mit Etui). Constructed of silver with enamels, the reverse with a barrel hinge and horizontal pinback meeting a round wire catch, stamped with a hallmark of CW and a silver content number of 800, measuring 24. 73 mm (w) x 25. 22 mm (h), weighing 5. 0 grams, accompanied by a period case, constructed of a pressed card stock frame with a faux dark blue leather exterior liner, the interior with a white satin lid