An Iron Cross 1939 First Class Newly Listed Order of National Merit is

Order of National Merit is hallmarked and numbered "47873" on the reverse and maker marked "IKOM ZAGREB" on the screwback

replacing Percy W

Acquired at a small militaria show in Bavaria in 2013

lightweight tan colored cotton construction

Arthur Ellis

An Iron Cross 1939 First Class Newly Listed Order of National Merit isA textbook example of a well preserved Iron Cross 1939 with pleasing patina; silver frame with a blackened iron core (magnetic); vertical tapered pin with a barrel hinge and a flat wire catch; measuring 43. 82 mm x 43. 70 mm; weighing 16. 0 grams; better than very fine condition with attractive patina from age.