Germany, Federal Republic. A Cased German Cross In Silver; Alternative 1957 Version Hold Pembroke on March 26

Pembroke on March 26

a worn example in overall better than fine condition

lightly soiled dual recessed medal bed

A few extremely rare examples of the medal (estimated at fifty) were produced in Japan and reflect design variances

Private Secretary to the Earl of Mayo

Germany, Federal Republic. A Cased German Cross In Silver; Alternative 1957 Version Hold Pembroke on March 26(Deutsches Kreuz in Silber, 1957). Of multi piece construction in silvered tombac, with a double overlaid sunburst pattern with eight points, the centre with a denazified War Merit Cross in place of the traditional swastika (Hakenkreuz) within a stamped circular wreath impressed with oak leaves, ribbons, and the introduction year 1941. The inner and outer sides of the wreath feature a thin red painted line with a silver core in the middle, vertical