G3690.)1939 WAR MERIT CROSS 1st CLASS WITH SWORDS: a fine example being the product of the premiere Steinhaur & Luck firm. Wartime zinc alloy base with now toned frosted silver finish. An impressive piece with crisp details, nice pebbled finish to cross arms, sharp sword hilts. Reverse has hinge that's integral to badge's construction, tapered silver pin incused with maker's code '4'. Back of badge too is toned with a gray patina. EXC+++++