Germany, Weimar Republic. A Prussian War Commemorative Cross for Combatants of 1914-1918 visually-hidden Iron Cross First Class 1939

Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Zimmermann - Magnetic core

Sailer claimed that he was awarded the distinction on 4 May 1945

First World War Commemorative Medal 1914-1918

Bavaria: King Ludwig's Cross (blackened bronze

and a very scarce award

Germany, Weimar Republic. A Prussian War Commemorative Cross for Combatants of 1914-1918 visually-hidden Iron Cross First Class 1939(Preuisches Kriegserinnerungskreuz 1914 1918 fr Kmpfer). Constructed of silvered bronze with multi coloured enamels, on loop for suspension from its period original tri fold ribbon, unmarked, measuring 38. 67 mm (w) x 44. 60 mm (h), weighing 19. 8 grams, demonstrating some flecking to the enamels and reattachment of the reverse centre medallion, in very fine condition.