Germany, Federal Republic. A Cased German Cross In Gold, 1957 Version certificate_of_authenticity obverse with the calligraphic inscription

obverse with the calligraphic inscription reading "Relying on the Assistance of Almighty God

In die stamped in solid silver

566 awarded in total

He is now also placed under the guaranteed protection of the Führer

nicely toned with matching silver broach

Germany, Federal Republic. A Cased German Cross In Gold, 1957 Version certificate_of_authenticity obverse with the calligraphic inscription(Deutsches Kreuz in Gold mit Etui). Instituted 28 September 1941. (1941 1945 issue; 1957 reissue). Constructed of gilded, silvered, and patinated bronze, consisting of an eight pointed radiant star with a double overlaid sunburst pattern, the center with a 1957 style Iron Cross in the center, within a stamped gilded circular wreath impressed with oak leaves, ribbons, and the institution year of 1941; the wreath is trimmed on both the interior and