Original German Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse ohne Schwerter (War Merit Cross 2nd Class without Swords)awarded during the Second World War for meritorious service in support of the war effort outside combat.
This example is a genuine wartime produced piece marked “60”, the manufacturer code for Katz & Deyle, Pforzheim. The cross retains its original ribbon and shows a pleasing untouched patina.
The without-swords variant was awarded to military personnel and civilians who contributed significantly to logistics, administration, industry, medical services or occupation administration.
Details
Maker mark: 60 (Katz & Deyle)
Variant: without swords
Material: Tombak / bronze finish
Original ribbon included
Condition: very good, honest aging, no repairs
A classic and desirable original Third Reich decoration.
