Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version GTRexclude circumscribed by the Latin inscription

circumscribed by the Latin inscription EX ORIENTE LUX (LIGHT FROM THE EAST)

with a stamped aluminum first pattern skull attached to the obverse

5 mm (h) and with both lugs intact on each

it was noted by the attending doctor that "Owing to wet conditions in France in 1916 Man states he developed frequent colds which became chronic in character

bottom arm marked W for Wagner

Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version GTRexclude circumscribed by the Latin inscriptionA textbook example of the award, in cupal featuring a cetnral swastika with intact black enameling, strong gilt on surrounding wreath and nearly 100% retention of patination on rays, reverse with Deschler's characteristic 4 rivets, central pin assembly, marked 1 denoting Deschler & Sohn, 70. 00 grams, heavy version, measuring 63. 09 mm (w) x 62. 83mm (h), excellent example, extremely fine.