German War Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords. Silvered tombac, vertical pinback, scattered silvering wear, near extremely fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, War Merit Cross insignia on the lid, slotted medal bed, scuffed exterior, case very fine. Maker: 43 - Julius Bauer Söhne, Zella Mehlis Thüringen. Total weight 22 g. Dimensions: 47,67 x 48,08 mm.