Model
1st Stage Gold
Maker
C.F. Zimmermann Pforzheim
Inscription
DER DEUTSCHEN MUTTER, 16. Dezember 1938, Adolf Hitler
Length
35,45 x 45,49 mm
Weight
14 g
Condition
EXC+
German mother cross in gold by C.F. Zimmermann Pforzheim
Honor Cross of the German Mother in Gold (1st Class) in original presentation case, manufactured by the renowned maker C. F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim. This example represents the 2nd form of the decoration.
Construction: Tombac cross with high-quality gilded finish and fine enamel work. The obverse displays the characteristic blue-enameled cross with white border and a central national eagle above the swastika. The reverse bears the official inscriptions “16. Dezember 1938” and “Adolf Hitler”.
Dimensions: approx. 35.45 × 45.49 mm
Total weight: approx. 47 g
Condition: 2, with well-preserved gilding,
clean enamel and only minor age-related wear.
Case: Original award case with fitted insert. The case remains fully appropriate to the decoration and completes this piece as an authentic collector’s set.
Historical Background: Honor Cross of the German Mother
The Honor Cross of the German Mother was instituted on 16 December 1938 and awarded in three classes: Bronze (4–5 children), Silver (6–7 children), and Gold (8 or more children). The Gold Class represented the highest distinction and was awarded far less frequently.
A defining feature is the reverse inscription showing the institution date “16. Dezember 1938” together with the signature “Adolf Hitler”, documenting the official foundation of the award.
Makers such as C. F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim were among the notable producers of official state decorations. Complete sets retaining the original case are particularly desirable today, as they most closely reflect the original award condition.
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