Germany. A Knight’s Cross Of The Iron Cross 1939 Desk Ornament Hold and signed in purple crayon

and signed in purple crayon by Colonel Georg von Bismarck

Martin returned to duty on March 27

102 mm x 380 mm

a fine example of a period worn badge that remains in better than fine condition

engraved "R-173581 J

Germany. A Knight’s Cross Of The Iron Cross 1939 Desk Ornament Hold and signed in purple crayonTwo piece construction, consisting of a base and an attachable plate; the base is constructed of a brass base, with a fabric underside to avoid scratching the desk, with two slotted balls fixated to the top for the plate to be inserted; the plate is constructed of a solid brass square, and features an artistic rendition of an Iron Cross of the Iron Cross on the obverse, with two oak leaves and an acorn; inscribed 1. Pi. 24 presumably for 1. Pionier