WWI Imperial German 1813 Iron Cross EK2 Medal Ribbon & Award Document

Offered here is a high-quality reproduction of the historic Prussian/German Iron Cross 2nd Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse / EK2) in the 1813 pattern, complete with the traditional black-and-white ribbon and a reproduction period-style award/possession document.

This is a REPRODUCTION and is being sold as such. It is an impressive display-quality recreation suitable for militaria collections, historical displays, reenactment, educational use, or anyone wanting an affordable representative example of the earliest style of the famous Iron Cross.

The medal features the distinctive 1813 Iron Cross design, including the Prussian royal crown, the “FW” cipher associated with King Friedrich Wilhelm III, central oak-leaf motif, and the important “1813” date at the lower arm. The raised black center is surrounded by a crisp silver-tone ribbed border that gives the cross a particularly sharp and attractive appearance.

Included is a full-length black-and-white Prussian-style ribbon, allowing the medal to be displayed in its traditional suspended configuration.

Also included is the illustrated reproduction document headed:

“Vorläufiges Besitz-Zeugnis”
Approximately: “Provisional Certificate of Possession”

The document references the Eiserne Kreuz 2. Klasse, Wilhelm II, King of Prussia, and includes blank fields for recipient information. It has been produced in an aged period-style appearance with traditional German script and an Iron Cross emblem, making it an excellent companion display piece.

Historical Background

The Iron Cross was originally instituted in 1813 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia during the Napoleonic Wars and Wars of Liberation. Its simple black cross with contrasting silver-colored border became one of the most recognizable designs in German military history.

The original 1813 version established design elements carried into later issues of the Iron Cross in 1870, 1914, and eventually 1939. The “FW” cipher and 1813 date distinguish this early Prussian pattern from later Imperial German versions bearing a “W” cipher and their respective re-institution dates.

This reproduction captures the appearance of that historically important early decoration while remaining clearly offered as a modern reproduction—not an original 19th-century medal or document.

Included

• High-quality reproduction 1813 Iron Cross 2nd Class / EK2
• Black-and-white Prussian-style suspension ribbon
• Reproduction Vorläufiges Besitz-Zeugnis certificate/document
• Exact items shown in the photographs

The medal presents beautifully, with a clean black center, sharply defined raised details, crisp silver-tone edging, and attractive ribbon. The reproduction certificate has intentionally aged/period-style coloration and spotting for an authentic display appearance.

IMPORTANT: Both the medal and document are modern reproductions. They are not being represented as original 1813, WWI-era, or period-issued artifacts.

Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition, construction, finish, and details. You will receive the exact style of set shown.

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