Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross by Steinhauer & Lück

1939 Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross by Steinhauer & Luck. The cross is accompanied by a Statement of Expertise and Authenticity by Dietrich Maerz. The Maerz analysis confirms that this is a classic, genuine example of a Steinhauer & Lck A-Type, “micro 800” Knight’s Cross and that, because this example does not have a die flaw on the 3 O’clock arm, was manufactured prior to 1943 and “was most likely an awarded and worn piece.”
Both the frame and the cross are in excellent condition. The reverse top frame has the small “800” silver mark, which also appears on the ribbon loop. This type “A” frame exhibits the distinctive Steinhauer & Luck die flaw which is observable in the 9-12 O’clock knee area, as well as the characteristic swastika and inner beading tips that are traits of the original wartime S&L Knight’s Cross.
An exceptional example of an original 1939 Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross which, as the Maerz analysis states, was likely an awarded and worn example of this high decoration.