1939 War Merit Cross; Second Class: CM.908-2000

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Titles

1939 War Merit Cross; Second Class

Maker(s)

Ruler: Adolf Hitler (1933-1945)

Entities

German
Merit

Description

This medal was a decoration of Nazi Germany during the Second World War and was given to soldiers and civilian alike. The ribbon is black with red then white stripes on the edges.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2000-11-20) by Allen Manheim, Julia, Mrs

Dating

1939 -

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Diameter (min) 50 mm Diameter 50 mm Weight 17.08 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Inscription

Text: 1939
Location: Reverse
Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.908-2000
Primary reference Number: 226935
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Audit data

Created: Monday 9 February 2015 Updated: Monday 13 May 2019

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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