Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback by the Royal Mint Order - EKI MP 34 so it is very likely

so it is very likely that this example was used during the conflict

The action and barrel are now all painted black as was common

the Iraqi Ministry of Defense spent much less on military supplies including uniforms

effective 5 January 1940

It is nickel plated

Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Iron Cross First Class 1914 with Pinback by the Royal Mint Order - EKI MP 34 so it is very likelyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of