SMGL-2377 Iron Cross 2nd Class by Anton Schenkl /Maria *SOLD

Word on the street has is that Anton lost his production permit and it was “reissued” to Maria, so you will find these labeled as either. This cross is in excellent condition and appears to have been un issued. The swastika has some light wear marks but the rest of the core is super minty. The cross is marked “27” on he ribbon loop. The core is a matte black. This paint is a rough almost charcoal texture which is really appealing (and it also picks up dust easily) so you may need to use an air can to get rid of that. The core is mint with a nice patina developing on the silver wash. The ribbon is added from excess war time stock. The pictures don’t do it justice. A really fine cross from a lesser seen maker.