World War 1 Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse) complete with pouch of issue (Verleihungstüte). Re-instituted by King Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 for award during WWI. The second class medal was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. The cross has a three piece construction with a magnetic core, the cross is having a nice silver frame. The cross is not visible maker marked. The cross is complete with its original 11cms long sized ribbon and paper pouch of issue as found together. The pouch is marked 'II.Kl.' (2nd Class). Nice original WW1 Iron Cross 2nd Class in very good condition!