These exceptional quality oakleaves and swords have a lovely toned antique finish. With correct hand made large loop fitting. The dished reverse is marked with the 900 hallmark and makers code 21. The swords are double sided as per the original.
It has existed since 7 September 1951, and between 2,100 and 5,200 awards are given every year across all classes. The President of the Federal Republic holds the Sonderstufe des Großkreuzes ex officio.
A Display Case With WW2 Fighter Pilot Adolf Galland Medals Knight Cross, Iron Cross First Class, Iron cross Second Class, and Other Flying medals Plus a picture of His Messerschmitt B.
These exceptional quality oakleaves and swords have a lovely toned antique finish. With correct hand made large loop fitting. The dished reverse is marked with the 900 hallmark and makers code 21. The swords are double sided as per the original.
The order was established on 7 September 1951 by the decree of the then Federal President Theodor Heuss. The President of the Federal Republic holds the Grand Cross Special Class ex officio. Other than the German president, only a foreign head of state can be awarded with this highest class.
It is a great addition to any collection, especially for those interested in German military and industrial history. It is a great piece of history that any collector would be proud to own.