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Here is your chance to pick up an original set of Oak Leaves and Swords for the Knights Cross of the Iron Cross. A textbook 21 marked example for the producer Godet. 900 silver content marked on the reverse as well. Complete with a period ribbon. This piece comes complete with a Dietrich Maerz signed COA, as well as a COA from Helmut Weitze from it’s prior sale. Investment grade. Click HERE to view more images of this item! This piece is a consignment item and is subject to the terms listed on the website. Guaranteed original. The Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross was the highest award in the military and paramilitary forces of Nazi Germany during World War II. The Knight’s Cross was awarded for a wide range of reasons and across all ranks, from a senior commander for skilled leadership of his troops in battle to a low-ranking soldier for a single act of military valour. The award was instituted on 1 September 1939, at the onset of the German invasion of Poland. Just over 7,000 were awarded during the course of the war. The Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords was instituted on 15 July 1941. Like the Knight’s Cross to which it was added, the Oak Leaves clasp could be awarded for leadership, distinguished service or personal gallantry. The Oak Leaves, just like the 1813 Iron Cross and Grand Cross of the Iron Cross, was not a National Socialist invention. They originally appeared in conjunction with the Golden Oak Leaves of the Red Eagle Order, which was the second highest Prussian order after the Black Eagle Order. The king also awarded the Oak Leaves together with the Pour le Mérite since 9 October 1813 for gallantry. Free shipping ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD & I don’t charge PayPal fees like some of the other guys!
