dagger itself in very good condition and untouched since 1945 (purchased in Zagreb from a family this Summer)
constructed of forest green wool with a buckram core
Pinned into the peak of the cap is an insignia in the form of a SS-style German national eagle
nominated on 9 January 1943 for three wounds
each arm is composed of a cluster of seven rays
Luxembourg, Kingdom. An Order Of The Oak Crown, Knights Cross In Gold, C.1890 Auction Archive dagger itself in very good(Ordre de la Couronne de Chne). Instituted by King Wilhelm II in 1841. In 18k Gold, a knights cross presenting a white enamelled cross pattee, the obverse medallion features the crowned cypher of Wilhelm II King of the Netherlands on a green enamelled field, reverse is mirrored, measures 35. 6mm (w) x 38. 7mm (h inclusive of integral ball), weighs 12. 2 grams (including ribbon), worn on original ribbon, medallions have been reaffixed and are off