WW1 Imperial German Medal Group Trio With Hamburg Cross and EK2 Iron Cross

The WW1 Imperial German Medal Group Trio with Hamburg Cross and EK2 Iron Cross comprises three original period decorations awarded to German servicemen during the First World War. The set includes the Hamburg Hanseatic Cross, instituted in 1915 by the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg for acts of merit in war, featuring a red cross pattée with a central medallion displaying the city’s arms. Accompanying this is the Iron Cross 2nd Class (EK2), a renowned Prussian military decoration awarded for acts of bravery or military leadership; the EK2 is characterized by its blackened iron core with silver frame, bearing the 1914 institution date and “W” cipher. The third medal in the group is typically the Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918, commonly issued to German veterans after 1934. This group represents common combinations of awards received by German soldiers and offers insight into military recognition during the era.