Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback - Unmarked Rear Sight Assembly 503rd Infantry Regiment

503rd Infantry Regiment

the Marine cut a section of felt from a campaign hat and inserted it into the crown of the liner

and definitely was reconditioned at arsenal

which is fitted with a lovely 1936 dated black leather frog

though the twine top tie string definitely is a replacement

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 EKI with Vertical Pinback - Unmarked Rear Sight Assembly 503rd Infantry RegimentOriginal Items: Only One Available. This a very nice patinated example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and tapered brass pin attachment. It is not maker marked, but that was not uncommon for these awards. Close examination may be able to determine the maker, as the major makers had their own distinctive styles. The award is in very good service used condition, showing a lovely tarnished patina on the silver