WW1 German Honour Cross with Swords. By Assmann

The Honour cross or Hindenburg Cross was issued in vast numbers but with numerous different variants and makers, it makes it an interesting and low-budget collectable. It was instituted in the July 1934 by Paul von Hindenburg himself, and by government order, it replaced every other veteran’s medal issued. This medal is with crossed swords, issued only to combatants who fought during WW1.
This one is marked with both the logo and the makers mark for F. W. Assmann & Söhne of Lüdenscheid was one of Germany's most prolific and renowned manufacturers of military medals, badges, buttons, and uniform insignia. It is in superb condition retaining all its bronze finish.

Code: 31882