EK 1914 unique 1914 ek1

[Eric Stahlhut]

here's an interesting piece. obverse shows a well-worn cross (if only it could talk)

[Eric Stahlhut]

reverse shows an original pin but has a replaced sturdy hinge and catch system

[Eric Stahlhut]

the bottom of the pin has had an alteration as well. ostensibly to make the cross more secure, as the original owner seems to have been quite an active fellow (based on the condition of the obverse). don't think i've ever seen anything like this before!

Edited August 6, 2011 by Eric Stahlhut

[Eric Stahlhut]

another view

[Eric Stahlhut]

[Eric Stahlhut]

inside of pin

[Deruelle]

Hi,

Nice iron cross, it is the first time I've ever seen such "bottom" on the pin. Is is the letter Y as hallmark ?

Christophe

[Eric Stahlhut]

hiya cristophe,

the Y may be a quality control stamp. one can also find other numerals and numbers on the underside of pins.

the retaining block that has been added to the pin is actually comprised of two different metals (hard to see in the pics).

while not very attractive, this cross is definitely one of a kind, with a bit of character, that's for sure!

Edited August 6, 2011 by Eric Stahlhut