Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Vaulted Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Brass Screw Back - EKI Russian Navy this one was made domestically

this one was made domestically

The starboard engine began heating excessively

sheared off most of the left wing and the left horizontal stabilizer

Two of the bands bear the Danish crown

Both show the expected age toning

Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Vaulted Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Brass Screw Back - EKI Russian Navy this one was made domesticallyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of