Prussia, Military Merit Cross

Or so called "Pour-le-Merite" for enlisted, in silver gilt, bottom arm marked "938 W", 37.8x41.54mm, weighs 17.1 grams, officially awarded cross, in extremely fine condition, contained within fitted case of issue (case good very fine). This was highest Prussian bravery award for enlisted soldiers and only about 1350 Crosses awarded during 1914-18 period, out of approximately Six million German soldiers.