An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class; Schinkel Version Auction Archive Footnote: William Henry Fitzsimons was

Footnote: William Henry Fitzsimons was born on March 21

mint condition without visible flaws

In extremely fine condition and very rare

which resulted in heavy casualties on both sides

it was abolished in 1810

An Iron Cross 1939 Second Class; Schinkel Version Auction Archive Footnote: William Henry Fitzsimons wasA fine quality manufacture Schinkel Version Iron Cross 1939 Second Class; two piece construction; silver frame and non magnetic core; loop for suspension (unmarked); original ribbon (lightly faded); measuring 43. 35 mm x 43. 30 mm; weighing 17. 3 grams; silver frame retains much of its original lustre, obverse core is scratched marked up on the upper arm; otherwise near extremely fine condition.