{"product_id":"original-wwii-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1939-maker-marked-25-complete-w-ribbon-untouched-example","title":"Original WWII German Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 – Maker Marked “25” – Complete w\/ Ribbon – Untouched Example","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is an original WWII German Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse) 1939, complete with its original ribbon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is maker marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“25”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the suspension ring, attributed to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArbeitsgemeinschaft der Hanauer Plakettenhersteller, Hanau\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a known and desirable manufacturer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cross features a classic three-piece construction with an iron core showing a natural, untouched patina consistent with age. The silvered frame retains a strong finish with honest wear, giving it excellent eye appeal. The core displays the correct \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1939 date\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the obverse and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1813\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ribbon is original and included, showing some period wear and fraying, which is typical and expected. It still presents well and completes the piece nicely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA solid, authentic example that has not been cleaned or altered—perfect for collectors looking for a genuine, untouched Iron Cross from a known maker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWII German EK2 (1939 issue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker marked “25” on ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-piece construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIron core with natural patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal ribbon included (period wear present)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUntouched, honest example\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA great addition to any WWII militaria collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IronRelicMilitaria ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47737837158626,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/1716\/1442\/files\/IMG-2601.heic?v=1777237190","url":"https:\/\/ironrelicmilitaria.com\/products\/original-wwii-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1939-maker-marked-25-complete-w-ribbon-untouched-example","provider":"IronRelicMilitaria ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}