Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse). On 1 September 1939 Hitler reinstituted the Iron Cross (First time in 1813). The 2nd class cross was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. The cross has a three piece construction with an iron core. The cross comes with its original long sized ribbon as found. The cross is maker marked, the marking can't be read but possibly indicates production by 'Julius Maurer' from Oberstein. Nice example in good used condition!