"The German Cross" by Dietrich Maerz Province of China black finished metal button hole

black finished metal button hole attachment)

One of the exterior buttons has been replaced with a period correct piece

with a raised barrel hinge

both overlaid on the obverse by layers dark grey rayon

1 July 1939

"The German Cross" by Dietrich Maerz Province of China black finished metal button holeThe first comprehensive book about the second highest military order of the Third Reich. All official manufacturers including their sometimes numerous variations are discussed and presented in depth and with high quality pictures. Chapters include manufacturing details, regulations, metal and cloth versions, miniatures, documents and various stunning groups, and much more! This is the definitive work on the Order of the German Cross. Over 440 pages