WWII German War Merit Cross, 2nd Class

Without Swords-Non Combatant Award

Date: Instituted 1939

Country: Germany (Third Reich period) 

Material: Zinc (late-war production) 

Finish: Silvered, now toned with natural age patina

Size: Approx. 44mm x 44mm 

Suspension: Original intergral ring

Markings: Obverse: Central rounded dated “1939” Reverse: Central rounded with swastika (period- correct design)

Description: 

Original WWII German War merit Cross, 2nd Class, awarded for meritorious service in support roles not involving direct combat.