Germany, Federal Republic. A Set Of Oakleaves With Swords To The Knights Cross 1939, Alternative 1957 Version Auction 3 mm x 20 mm

3 mm x 20 mm

crazing evident in the light blue enamels on the centrepiece insignia and chipping in the red enamels on the lower arm

Footnote: The history of the 1st Cavalry Division began in 1921

inscribed "Unsere beiden grössten Fliegerhelden / Oberleutn

reverse in silver gilt

Germany, Federal Republic. A Set Of Oakleaves With Swords To The Knights Cross 1939, Alternative 1957 Version Auction 3 mm x 20 mm(Eichenlaub mit Schwertern des Ritterkreuz des Eisernes Kreuzes 1939, 1957 Version). Constructed of silver (marked 800) on the reverse; with a double loop on the reverse; measuring 25. 60 mm (w) x 28. 20 mm (h); weighing 6. 4 grams; in overall extremely fine condition.