Collectors Book : The Iron Cross of 1939 by Gordon Williamson 1st edition
The Iron Cross of 1939 by Gordon Williamson 1st edition. 496 pages by Bender Publishing, 2002. Groundbreaking study of the Iron Cross of 1939 and all related medals. This was the first book to really look at what a genuine cross should look like, with tons of detailed pictures and comments. The book starts with a bit of history of the Iron cross and the manufacturing process before diving into the subject. The book not only covers the Iron Crosses 1st and 2nd class, but also the repeat clasps of both classes, the so-called Combo-clasps, the Ehrenblattspange, the German Cross, the Knight's Cross, the Oakleaves in all variations, the Grand cross and the miniatures. Also the award documents, the presentation cases and cartons and the paper bags are portrayed. The book covers a large number of manufacturers, including markings and die characteristics. The 1957 awards and a number of fakes are also covered. Very good to excellent condition. No repairs, no damage.
1st edition of this ground breaking work in very good to excellent condition! A genuine collector's item!
