Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Member’s Ring, Privately Purchased Example Newly Listed War Merit Cross 1914-18

War Merit Cross 1914-18

12 - Black Poppies - 6th Abn

the reverse with an inscription of “BLOEMBOLLEN MARSCH 1943” (“FLOWER BULB MARCH 1943”)

each quadrant presents an eagle with outspread wings

It was recognized as such by the International Committee on the Red Cross on September 2

Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Member’s Ring, Privately Purchased Example Newly Listed War Merit Cross 1914-18(Waffen SS Ring). Constructed of a silver alloy, the exterior bearing a central rectangular medallion, overlaid by double Sin runes, inset with red and blue glass gems at the top and bottom, flanked on each side by a stylized German national eagle, the interior with two visible rivets securing the gems in place, unmarked, corresponding to a size 9, weighing 7. 2 grams, in extremely fine condition.