Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross 1939 in 800 Silver, Replacement Procurement circa 1970, Maker L/12
Silver (800/1000) and iron. A Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross 1939 as replacement / collector's production procurement, manufactured circa 1970 in 800 silver. The obverse displays the characteristic Iron Cross with raised silver frame and beaded edge decoration, the swastika in the centre and the date "1939" in the lower arm. The reverse with smooth surface, the date "1813" in the lower arm and the hallmarks "800" and maker's code "L/12" at the upper arm. Large suspension ring with original hook clasp, good condition, 50 x 50 mm.
The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross was the third grade of the Iron Cross during the Second World War and was worn as a neck order on a black-white-red ribbon. The hallmark "L/12" is attributed to the Berlin manufacturer C. E. Juncker, one of the principal producers of the Knight's Cross. The present replacement procurement from circa 1970 was crafted in the same artisanal tradition and served as a substitute for lost or damaged original pieces.