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1914 Iron Cross Second Class
Ruler: Wilhelm II (1888-1918)
This medal was awarded to soldiers fighting for the German Empire in World War One.
Method of acquisition: Given (2000-11-20) by Allen Manheim, Julia, Mrs
1914 -
Object composed of white metal Diameter (min) 43 mm Diameter 43 mm Weight 15.64 g
Inscription present: White metal Prussian cross with black painted centre. The top arm included a crown, the centre a W, and the bottom 1914
Inscription present: There is a crown in the top arm and the initials FW. An oak leaf cluster sits in the centre with "1813" in the lower arm.
Accession number: CM.907-2000
Primary reference Number: 226936
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "1914 Iron Cross Second Class" Web page available at: https://data.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/id/object/226936 Accessed: 2024-04-25 16:08:14
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Accession Number: CM.7219-2007
Accession Number: CM.2329-2007
Accession Number: CM.2330-2007
Accession Number: CM.1456-2009
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