WWI Brunswick War Merit Cross 1st Class.
Also known as the Ernst-Augustkreuz, This award was established 23 October 1914. It was awarded to all ranks for distinction in war. On 20 March 1918, this first class grade of the Cross was created in pin back form, with the existing Cross becoming the second class. Bringing it in line with awards of other German States
This example of the First Class award is die struck and has a pleasing antique bronze finish. Complete with the correct German style pin back fitting.
The Imperial German WW1 gallantry decorations and military campaign medals offered by The Regalia Specialist are full size awards being die struck and carefully finished as closely as possible to original specifications.