Prussia, State. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class GTRexclude in order to "continue efficiently

in order to "continue efficiently without worry or trouble" on his part

handwritten initials "W

Nova Scotia on August 22

16 of the links consisting of finely-detailed Lippian roses

Measures approximately 42cm (16 1/2") in length

Prussia, State. An Iron Cross 1914 First Class GTRexclude in order to "continue efficiently(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse). A cross patte of multi piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed border; the obverse with a raised central W, with the re institution date 1914 in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; vertical pinback, with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch; measuring 43. 30 mm (w) x 43. 43 mm (h); weighing 14. 8 grams; in good condition.