Germany 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class Medal with Service Ribbon Bar

This original Germany 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class Medal with Service Ribbon Bar is a historic military decoration awarded for acts of bravery during World War I. Instituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II, this cross-shaped medal remains one of the most recognizable and respected military honors in European history.

Struck from a three-piece construction, the medal features a magnetic iron core encased in a silver frame. The obverse displays the imperial crown, the letter “W” for Wilhelm II, and the date 1914. The reverse bears the crowned cipher of King Friedrich Wilhelm III and the year 1813, commemorating the medal’s original institution during the Napoleonic Wars.

This medal is accompanied by a black-and-white striped ribbon, which has been replaced with a new one due to the original being missing. This style of ribbon was traditionally worn on the tunic or lapel by recipients. Additionally, it includes an original service ribbon bar, featuring two distinct ribbons: the black-and-white striped ribbon of the Iron Cross and the white, black, and blue striped ribbon of the Bavarian Military Merit Order.

The 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class was awarded to soldiers and officers for notable bravery or exceptional military merit during WWI. Today, it remains a highly sought-after item for collectors of German militaria, WWI memorabilia, and historical artifacts.

Whether you’re a seasoned historian, medal enthusiast, or military collector, this authentic Iron Cross offers not only aesthetic appeal but also deep historical significance. Add a piece of German military history to your collection today with this WWI Iron Cross 2nd Class.