WW2 German Iron Cross 2nd Class Full Size No Maker

The WW2 German Iron Cross 2nd Class Full Size No Maker is a military decoration originating from Nazi Germany during the Second World War. Instituted in 1939, the Iron Cross 2nd Class was awarded to military personnel for acts of bravery, leadership, or service in combat. This example is a full-size version, measuring approximately 44mm in width. The decoration features a blackened, magnetic iron core with a silvered frame, displaying a 1939 date on the obverse and a 1813 date on the reverse, referencing the year of the award’s initial establishment. This specimen is a “No Maker” variant, meaning it does not bear a manufacturer’s mark on the ring or cross itself, which was not uncommon during wartime production. The Iron Cross 2nd Class was typically worn suspended from a ribbon and is one of the most recognized military awards of the period. This item is offered as a military antique and for historical reference.