German War Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords 1957 Version Medal Replica 1939

This is a reproduction of the 1957 War Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords, redesigned for WWII veterans after wartime decorations were banned in Germany. The central swastika of the original wartime version was replaced by the date “1939,” with a plain reverse.

Item details:

• Crossed swords denoting combatant distinction

• Solid pinback attachment

• Silver-tone finish

• Type: Replica medal (not an official issued decoration)

Note: This item is a collectible reproduction intended for study, historical display, reenactment, or educational purposes.