Eisernes Kreuz Erste klasse WWI

[thecyclist64]

Good afternoon everybody. Just bought my first WWI EK 1 and was looking for some opinions regarding the maker (and authenticity). It has a crack in the 9 O' clock arm, but I'm not worried about that. It also appears to be slightly vaulted. mnay thanks in advance

[Chopperman]

Congrats on your first "first".
Your cross was made by "Wagner und Sohn" and are sometimes
marked "WS" to the lower right of the C catch.

[thecyclist64]

Greg, you are a legend. Thanks for the quick reply. I can breath easy knowing that it is genuine. I never really doubted it as I bought it from a reputable dealer.

[Chopperman]

Greg, you are a legend. Thanks for the quick reply. I can breath easy knowing that it is genuine. I never really doubted it as I bought it from a reputable dealer.

Yea, A legend in my own mind

[rbminis]

It also appears to be slightly vaulted. mnay thanks in advance

Possibly the cause of the crack in the core.
A nice example!
Congrats!
Ralph.

[buellmeister]

Your first is always most special. A beautiful cross that will inevitably lead you down the path for wanting more!

Cheers,

Joel

[Wilko]

A very nice first EK1. I look forward to seeing more because one EK is never enough.
Wilko