residue evident on the obverse of the CFD from cleaning
loss of gilt to elephant trunk on obverse
better than very fine condition with some fraying and creasing
and the interior of the lid is similarly marked “fwq” along with a stamp bearing a Wehrmacht-style German national eagle and number “326”
Germany, Imperial. A Medal Bar For First World War Service, With Presentation Case, By Max Reich Archive residue evident on the obverse(Ordensschnalle mit Etui). A high quality, privately commissioned medal bar for First World War service featuring three decorations, including: 1. An Honour Cross of the World War 1914 1918, constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with crossed swords piercing the centrepiece, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, unmarked, measuring 37. 56 mm (w) x 41.