Imperial German Blue Max or Pour Le Merite with Oakleaves.

Imperial German WWI Blue Max or Pour Le Merite with Golden Oakleaves.
This was The Kaiser and Imperial Germanys highest award for bravery. This excellent quality replica of this iconic decoration has the addition of a set of gilt oakleaves mounted on the suspension loop. These oakleaves were awarded on the the case of extraordinary achievement. The cross itself is enameled on both sides in blue as per the genuine item and then finished in gold plate.
The eagles between the arms of the cross are clipped out and even the extra engraving on the wording 'Pour Le Merite' has been reproduced.
Offered complete with suspension loop and a length of the correct black and silver woven ribbon.

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.