Germany, Imperial. A Hanseatic Medal Bar for a First World War Combatant, Mounted for Formal Wear Republic of While initially successful

While initially successful

when he suffered a gun shot wound (shrapnel) to his left cheek

Ramcke was one of just 27 recipients of the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (21 August 1941) with Oak Leaves (13 November 1942)

which presents on the reverse in a light brown core

measures approximately 55mm x 36mm (2 x 1 ¾ inches)

Germany, Imperial. A Hanseatic Medal Bar for a First World War Combatant, Mounted for Formal Wear Republic of While initially successful(Ordensschnalle). A medal bar for a First World War combatant featuring two decorations, including: 1. An Honour Cross of the World War 1914 1918 for Combatants, constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon, consisting of a Cross Patte with crossed swords piercing the centrepiece, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, the reverse marked with the logo of an unidentified manufacturer,