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INCREDIBLE Rare embroidered officer’s example of the 1813 Kulm Cross (Iron Cross), measuring approximately 42mm. This finely constructed early 19th-century piece features black cloth with intricate silver bullion wirework, representative of privately acquired officer-quality insignia from the Napoleonic Wars period.
The Kulm Cross is associated with the 1813 campaign against Napoleonic France, particularly following the Battle of Kulm (29–30 August 1813). The Iron Cross was originally instituted by King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia during the Wars of Liberation.
Officer-grade examples were often privately commissioned and embroidered rather than struck in iron, using silver bullion wire over a dark cloth base. These early pieces are significantly scarcer than later 1914 and 1939 reissues, and surviving embroidered examples represent an important transitional form in Prussian military decoration history.
Excellent overall condition for an embroidered Napoleonic-era insignia. Silver bullion wire remains intact with strong structural integrity and minimal loss. Black cloth base shows light age-related wear consistent with period construction. Reverse retains original felt backing with expected ageing and patina. A well-preserved and highly presentable example.
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Did a lot of comparing before buying and ended up here. Item turned up exactly as pictured, which honestly is all I ask for these days. Packaging was solid too. Would buy again.
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Bought one piece initially just to test the waters. Ended up placing another order a week later. That should say enough.
Everything arrived on time and matched the listing. No drama, no excuses, no surprises. That’s increasingly uncommon with online militaria.
First time ordering from overseas and I was a bit hesitant. Communication was great, shipping was fast and the item arrived in the condition shown. Very good!
I collect mainly German pieces and I was pleasantly surprised by how accurate the description was. Nothing overstated, nothing hidden. Kind of rare now. Very happy with the purchase.
I don’t usually leave reviews, but this one felt deserved. Honest listing, fair price, no nonsense. The piece now sits proudly in my collection. Thanks Mr. Taylor
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