Canada, Commonwealth. A Memorial Cross to Sapper Nigras, Death from Gunshot Wound, 1940 certificate_of_authenticity 36 mm x 46

36 mm x 46

(Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes mit Eichenlaub und Schwertern Erinnerungs-Streichholzschachtel)

Ottawa (1902-1909)

with a visor cap eagle insignia

unmarked but demonstrating the characteristics of a “flat back” variant produced by Richard Sieper & Söhne

Canada, Commonwealth. A Memorial Cross to Sapper Nigras, Death from Gunshot Wound, 1940 certificate_of_authenticity 36 mm x 46A Memorial Cross, in silver, reverse engraved C2088 Spr D. M. NIGRAS, with 6 oclock arm marked STERLING, full size, worn on purple ribbon, very dark patina, in extremely fine condition. Contained in the original case of issue, black leatherette exterior with silk and velvet interior, functional hinge creating a crisp seal, light wear, very fine condition. Accompanied by paper records of the Court Case dated August 14, 1940. Footnote: Daniel Michael