Germany, Imperial. A 1870 Iron Cross Ii Class GTRexclude and then in the invasion

and then in the invasion of

with a fine twill weave (Körperbindung) pattern of parallel running ribs

1916 in Penetang

There is also a similar concern noted on the shipping envelope for the memorial plaque

metal gilded insignia on red cotton (small damage at the bottom of one tab)

Germany, Imperial. A 1870 Iron Cross Ii Class GTRexclude and then in the invasion(1914 Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse) Reinstituted by Kaiser Wilhelm I 19 July 1870. (1914 1918 Issue). An 1870 Iron Cross Second Class, presenting as a Cross Patte of multi piece construction with a blackened iron core (magnetic) within a ribbed silver border, on loop for suspension from its period correct replacement ribbon, the obverse with a raised central W, with the reinstitution date 1870 in raised numbering on the lower arm, and the royal crown on