Germany, Empire. An Iron Cross 1914, First Class, Cloth Version certificate_of_authenticity with each accompanied by a

with each accompanied by a market price at the time of writing

which became obligatory

which became the precursor to the modern London Fire Brigade

bronze insignia on a silvered metal base

184 mm (w) x 241 mm (h)

Germany, Empire. An Iron Cross 1914, First Class, Cloth Version certificate_of_authenticity with each accompanied by a(Eisernes Kreuz 1914 1. Klasse, Stoffversion). A cross patte constructed of a black cotton core, with white embroidery to outline the shape of the cross, as well as silver bullion embroidery to shape the central W, with the re institution date 1914 in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on the upper arm; the reverse with a black paper backer; measuring 44 mm (w) x 44 mm (h); in overall very fine condition.