Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Friedrich Orth of Wien with Vertical Pinback - EKI German Field Equipment features an elegantly embossed decorated

features an elegantly embossed decorated 32" blade mounted to a fretted out gilt on brass slim basket guard bearing the Royal Cypher of King Ludwig II of a Crown over an "L" amid foliate decorations

presumably a manufacturer code

At the start of WWI in 1914 this Gew 98 long bayonet was the norm

Overall condition shows extensive wear

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Friedrich Orth of Wien with Vertical Pinback - EKI German Field Equipment features an elegantly embossed decoratedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and tapered pin attachment. It is maker marked on the back with Prsidialkanzlei des Fhrers Lieferant (Presidential Chancellery Supplier) number 15 on the top of the pin, which represents the desirable maker Friedrich Orth of Wien (Vienna), Austria. The award is in excellent condition, with the silver on the frame retained