{"product_id":"original-wwi-imperial-german-1914-iron-cross-1st-class-800-silver-screwback-three-piece-construction","title":"Original WWI Imperial German 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class – 800 Silver Screwback – Three-Piece Construction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Imperial German \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1914 Iron Cross 1st Class (Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring the desirable screwback attachment system and traditional three-piece construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obverse features the classic 1914 Iron Cross design with the Imperial crown at the top, a raised \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“W”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for Kaiser Wilhelm II at center, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“1914”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the bottom. The blackened iron core is surrounded by a silver-colored ribbed frame, displaying the traditional construction associated with quality period examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example utilizes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003escrewback mounting system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than the more commonly encountered pin-and-catch arrangement. The circular screw plate is clearly stamped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“800,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e denoting 800-fineness silver. Screwback Iron Crosses were privately purchased variations and are especially popular with collectors because of their distinctive construction and relatively limited availability compared with conventional pinback examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cross displays attractive honest age and patina throughout. Much of the original dark finish remains on the iron core, while the silver frame has developed an appealing aged appearance. The reverse exhibits expected wear and oxidation consistent with age. The screw post, retaining plate and locking hardware remain present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very attractive and desirable variation of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWWI German Iron Cross 1st Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining three-piece construction, an 800 silver-marked screwback assembly, and excellent overall presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43369729196109,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/F88D5C46-EECB-4A23-A0AA-014505001289.jpg?v=1786049816","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/original-wwi-imperial-german-1914-iron-cross-1st-class-800-silver-screwback-three-piece-construction","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}