WW2 German Iron Cross 1st Class In Case Maker 15 Friedrich Orth

The WW2 German Iron Cross 1st Class In Case Maker 15 Friedrich Orth is a military decoration awarded by Nazi Germany during the Second World War. Instituted on September 1, 1939, the Iron Cross 1st Class was presented for acts of bravery or leadership in combat. The cross is constructed from a three-piece design with a magnetic iron core, featuring a silvered frame and a blackened center displaying a swastika and the year “1939.” This example bears the maker’s code “15” on the reverse, identifying Friedrich Orth of Vienna as the manufacturer. The badge is equipped with a pin and catch assembly for uniform attachment. The accompanying presentation case is typically lined with velvet and satin, with a fitted recess for the cross. Collectors value the specific maker and condition, as well as the presence of the original case, which ensures completeness and historical context.