G5017.)CASED 1914 IRON CROSS 1st CLASS WITH CARDBOARD ISSUE CARTON: a totally stellar example of the '14 EKI; can't praise this cross enough and you'll agree. Smooth black enameled finished center, magnetic and three-piece construction. Crown, 'W' Wilhelm monogram and '1914' details are in high relief, crisp and super-clear. Finely detailed beaded edge to silver frame, wow. Reverse has high quality silver hinge and tapered pin. Marked with maker's initials 'WS' at base. Reverse of this cross is very dark with toning. Comes in 2 3/4" square dark maroon leatherette case, hinged and with spring button catch. Interior is lined with plush black velvet and is recessed to perfectly hold hinge/pin assembly. Upper interior is lined with padded white satin. Lid is printed with '14 EKI motif. Comes with its brown cardboard carton having paper label 'Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse' and 'Nur von dem Beliehenen zu offnen' (To be Opened Only by the Recipient). With red paper seal at end. Case shows wear and age and is a really good state of preservation; one minor and insignificant repair to side of EKI case. EXC+++++