2) An Iron Cross 1914 Second Class Miniature
forfeiting six days' pay
the reverse with two integral loops connecting to a gilded zink pendant in the form of a central radiant star flanked by laurel leaves
and include some tarnishing to the blade and brass features
having stated his birth year as two years earlier (1897 and not 1899)
Germany, Imperial. A First World War Patriotic Cup, by the Royal Porcelain Factory Auction 2) An Iron Cross 1914(Patriotischer Tasse). Constructed of glazed porcelain, the exterior finish in slate grey, bearing a central hand painted 1914 Iron Cross, situated within a circular green laurel leaf wreath, featuring a high set protruding handle, the base featuring dual maker marks of the Royal Porcelain Factory, Berlin, measuring 7. 5 cm (w) x 7 cm (h), demonstrating no evident chips or cracks, in extremely fine condition.