Model
2nd Class with Swords
Maker
48 (Richard Feix Gablonz)
Inscription
1939
Length
46,15 x 46,22 mm
Weight
21 g
Condition
EXC+
2nd Class with War Merit Cross with Swords by 48 (Richard Feix Gablonz)
War Merit Cross 1939, 2nd Class with Swords in bronzed finish. The cross bears the maker mark “48”, assigned to the manufacturer Richard Feix, Gablonz. A classic collector’s piece of German military awards from the Second World War period.
Construction: Produced from bronzed non-ferrous metal with applied crossed swords, indicating an award for merit under wartime conditions. The obverse features the central medallion with swastika, surrounded by an oak leaf wreath. The reverse corresponds to the standard configuration of the 1939 pattern.
Maker: The suspension ring bears the maker mark “48”, assigned to the manufacturer Richard Feix, Gablonz. Maker-marked examples are especially attractive to collectors and allow precise attribution.
Dimensions & Weight: Total weight approximately 21 g. Measurements approximately 46.15 × 46.22 mm. Age and usage traces present, overall collectible condition.
Historical Background: War Merit Cross 1939, 2nd Class with Swords
The War Merit Cross 1939 was instituted on 18 October 1939 and served as an award for military or civilian merit connected to wartime service which did not meet the requirements for the Iron Cross.
The variant “with Swords” was awarded for merit under direct wartime conditions. The crossed swords symbolize the military character of the award and distinguish it from the version without swords, which was primarily awarded for civilian merit.
The maker mark “48” is assigned to the manufacturer Richard Feix, Gablonz, a recognized producer of German wartime decorations. Marked examples remain especially desirable among collectors of historical medals and awards.
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