Germany, Weimar Republic. A Baltic Cross, Ribbon Version Auction Etched into the top of

Etched into the top of the exterior is a measurement of “0

As this cross was acquired directly from the recipients family

part of Historical Arms Series 31

the reverse with a ball hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch

(Deutsches Afrika Korps Dienstmütze)

Germany, Weimar Republic. A Baltic Cross, Ribbon Version Auction Etched into the top of(Baltenkreuz, Spangestuck). Constructed of blackened and gilded bronze, consisting of a narrow Geneva Cross, the obverse overlaid by a gilded Lily Cross, the reverse with two visible rivets securing the obverse applique in place, on loop for suspension from its period original ribbon, the former rendered narrow for suspension from a medal bar, unmarked, measuring 45. 43 mm (w) x 49. 42 mm (h), weighing 12. 4 grams, in extremely fine condition.