Germany. A Order Of The German Eagle, First Grade With Swords, By Godet & Co. Newly Listed early construction

early construction

excellent silver finish

Learn died at the age of 22

and reason for the award was" for very brave conduct in the battles against the bandits (partisans)"

Germany. A Order Of The German Eagle, First Grade With Swords, By Godet & Co. Newly Listed early construction(Verdienstkreuz I. Stufe des Ordens vom Deutschen Adler mit Schwertern). Issued 1937 1945. Multi piece construction; consisting of a Maltese cross in silver gilt, with white enameled arms, and with partially enameled national eagles fastened between each of the arms; on a broad loop for suspension marked 900 for silver content and 21 for Grebrder Godet & Co., Berlin; measuring 50. 40 mm (w) x 50. 45 mm (h); weighing 30. 3 grams; with its full length