This is an original War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords, maker marked “61” on the suspension ring, indicating manufacture by Rudolf Karneth & Söhne of Gablonz. Constructed of bronzed zinc, this example retains a dark brown patina with areas of oxidation typical of late-war production. The obverse features a wreathed swastika at the center, with pebbled Maltese-style cross arms and crossed swords, while the reverse displays the date 1939 in relief. The suspension ring remains intact and clearly stamped with the maker code “61.”
A solid and completely original example of the War Merit Cross with Swords by Rudolf Karneth & Söhne. Comes without a ribbon.
