Germany. A War Merit Cross First Class With Swords, In Its Presentation Case Of Issue certificate_of_authenticity WWII Soviet Medal for Bravery

WWII Soviet Medal for Bravery - Type II

near very fine condition with some scuffing

repairs to the wire under heavy fire

black velvet backer

the battalion was involved in the Battle of Monte Cassino

Germany. A War Merit Cross First Class With Swords, In Its Presentation Case Of Issue certificate_of_authenticity WWII Soviet Medal for Bravery(Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse mit Schwertern im Etui). A Maltese cross in heavily silvered tombac; the obverse with crossed swords between the arms of the cross and a circular raised border of oak leaves on the obverse with a raised mobile swastika in the center; the reverse plain, with a tapered pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; measuring 21. 8 grams. Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock, with a lightly