Weimar Red Cross Decoration

[P.F.]

Gentlemen,

I have recently received this Red Cross. I think it is an original but would like others opinions. It is the first such cross i have owned and have never seen another in hand or in a book. I believe it to be a 2nd class decoration.

Thank you

Pierce

[P.F.]

Reverse

[P.F.]

It has a flat surface front and back.

Edited September 1, 2010 by P.F.

[P.F.]

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[P.F.]

Ball suspension ring.

[Histaria]

This style was authorized from 1922 through 1934, so technically it is Weimar and early Third Reich. Second Class is correct, with the First Class being worn on a neck ribbon. The Second Class is also found with a plain suspension ring and it has been suggested that those with the ball suspension were of later issue. Also, this award can be found in gilded silver or gilded bronze.