An Iron Cross First Class 1914 By Carl Dillenius Auction scattered gilt wear on the

scattered gilt wear on the badge

in 1939 served in the Stab des Generals der Pioniere und Festungen beim Oberbefehlshaber des Heeres (Command of the Army for Pioneers and Fortifications)

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INF) Naming is British Army impressed

An Iron Cross First Class 1914 By Carl Dillenius Auction scattered gilt wear on theSilver frame, with iron core, magnetic, vaulted, maker marked with a "square" (unknown but possibly Carl Dillenius, Pforzheim), 41. 7 mm, vertical pinback flanked by dual hooks, extremely high quality, exhibiting scattered black paint loss on the arms, better than very fine. Footnote: This cross was a private purchase, the hooks having been added to ensure the award adhered snugly to the uniform: a very uncommon feature. Carl Dillenius, Pforzheim