A Rare Army Afrika Korps Issue German Cross In Gold By Juncker Archive circa 1960’s

circa 1960’s

Footnote: The decoration was instituted in 1951 and awarded to labour leaders for outstanding service in the enhancement of state infrastructures or innovative technology development

8 cm of original ribbon

33 mm x 47

A Rare Army Afrika Korps Issue German Cross In Gold By Juncker Archive circa 1960’sWeighing 10. 2 grams, with a width of 71mm and a height of 71mm, constructed of several elements such as silver, red, and black threading, as well as wiring. The gold wreath is in stamped tombac sheet metal and demonstrates the typical die flaw on the top of the "9" demonstrating a Juncker production. The 13 notches at the bottom of the shield are a further indication of Juncker. The reverse is covered in the typical thin, black paper as standard to