An Absolutely Mint Iron Cross 1939 In Its Case Of Issue Hold then posted to the 23rd

then posted to the 23rd Reserve Battalion

apparently by the recipient

" (Richard Siepers

in silvered copper and black and white enamels

Brooke was transferred to the 54th Infantry Battalion overseas on August 24th

An Absolutely Mint Iron Cross 1939 In Its Case Of Issue Hold then posted to the 23rdAn Eisernes Kreuz 1939 1. Klasse, white metal cross pattee of multi piece construction, with a blackened brass core (non magnetic) within a white metal ribbed border; with a vertical slender banjo style pinback, with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch; measuring 43. 66 mm x 43. 77 mm; weighing 20. 0 grams. Accompanied by its original case of issue; constructed of heavy pressed paper with a lightly textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior;