{"product_id":"an-iron-cross-1914-first-class-by-the-royal-mint-in-its-case-of-issue-presentation-box-g33047","title":"An Iron Cross 1914 First Class By The Royal Mint In Its Case Of Issue \u0026 Presentation Box","description":"A textbook example of a complete set for an Iron Cross 1914 First Class “Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse” consisting of the cross, as well as its inner and outer boxes; the cross consisting of a silver cross pattée of multi-piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a silver ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central “W”, with the re-institution date “1914” in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; the reverse with a pointy vertical pinback, barrel hinge and round wire catch; maker marked “K.O.” for “Königliches Münzamt Orden” on the reverse below the catch; measuring 43.15 mm x 43.12 mm; weighing 16.5 grams. Accompanied by its inner case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock; with a textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; the exterior of the lid embossed with a silver outline of an Iron Cross 1914 First Class; lined interior lid; slotted medal bed; intact, but non-functional spring catch with stud release; partially severed interior fabric hinge cover; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 64 mm x 64 mm; with its outer box; constructed of cardstock; with a paper label reading “Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse” and “Nur von dem Beliehenen zu öffnen” (Only to be opened by the recipient) and dated “16.Jan.1918” in black gothic lettering; a complete set; with moderate to heavy chipping in the black paint of the core; in overall unissued condition.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46120925167893,"sku":"G33047","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/cc_2725.jpg?v=1692871840","url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/products\/an-iron-cross-1914-first-class-by-the-royal-mint-in-its-case-of-issue-presentation-box-g33047","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}