An 1870 Iron Cross Second Class With Case Hold possibly an Officer’s example

possibly an Officer’s example

generally very fine or better

65mm(w) x 58

Footnote: Gunner Henry Davis is shown on the roll of the 294 man Grand Trunk Railway Brigade (Artillery) and is listed on page 184 of the "Canada General Service Medal Roll

the call-ups for First World War service began

An 1870 Iron Cross Second Class With Case Hold possibly an Officer’s exampleA fine and complete example of the 1870 EK with a silver frame and attractive toning, iron core without cracking or fractures, magnetic, unmarked, 42. 2 mm, with original ribbon, near extremely fine. With a rare 1870 case of issue, measuring 8 x 7 cm, with mother of pearl snap button closure, strong leather hinge, extremely fine.