Maker Question Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse

[Martin3]

Hi All,

Up for investigation is this EK2 that arrived in a nice lot this week.
I think of a K&Q type C frame, but a few things confuse me. Some corners of the inner frame seem to have been filed down a bit to fit the swas?
Large, thin numerals and a very distinctive 3.
Corners of the frame show some crow feet, but not as clearly as Souval crosses.
I would like to hear your opinions!

Thanks again for your time.

Martin

[manclino]

This cross is made by H.E. Hammer & Söhne (PKZ 55).
Robert

[Martin3]

Hi Robert,
Thanks for your message, that is a very nice addition instead of what I thought, a 'common' 65.

The good news for me is that when I saw the cross for sale, I thought it was a 55! But when comparing it to the books, it lacked the flat top 8 in 1813. Isn't the flat top 8 a
required characteristic?

Thanks for all the help.
I am grateful that you share your knowledge again and again.
Meanwhile, I keep studying.

Cheers,
Martin