Article number: 34.963
German Cross in Gold – Souval Vienna, early collector's reproduction, with case
Offered is an early, high-quality collector's reproduction of the German Cross in Gold by the renowned Viennese company Souval. The piece is in very good condition and comes complete with its original case. It originates from an old, documented dealer's inventory.
⚠️ Please note: This is explicitly a collector's reproduction by the company Souval Vienna – not a WWII original.
Provenance & Quality Features
- Manufacturer: Souval, Vienna – one of the most renowned manufacturers of militaria reproductions
- Typical Souval claw – characteristic identifying feature of early Souval productions, highly valued by connoisseurs
- Wide pin – feature of early, high-quality versions
- Reverse marked "20" – manufacturer's mark, important identification feature
- Early production – comparatively rare compared to later editions
- Original case included – significantly increases collector's value
- Very good condition – above-average preservation for this piece
Historical Background
The German Cross in Gold was one of the highest military decorations of the German Reich in World War II and was ranked between the Iron Cross 1st Class and the Knight's Cross. High-quality Souval collector's reproductions – especially early examples with a Souval claw, wide pin, and case – are among the most sought-after pieces on the international militaria collector's market.
Condition & Details
- Condition: Very well preserved – above average for this piece
- Version: Collector's reproduction – not a WWII original
- Manufacturer: Souval, Vienna
- Marking: Mark "20" on the reverse
- Pin: Wide
- Special feature: Souval claw, early production
- Accessories: Original case included
- Origin: Old dealer's inventory
- Please refer to the scans for an accurate condition assessment
Note
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Collector's reproduction by a renowned Austrian manufacturer. Sale exclusively for historical, scientific, and collecting purposes.