The 1914 Iron Cross Second Class (Eisener Kreuz 2. Klasse) was re-instituted in 1914 by Kaiser Wilhelm II.  This award was originally created by King Frederick William III of Prussia in 1813 and again in 1870 by Kaiser Wilhelm I.  The EK 2 was awared for a single act of bravery in combat.  These are very nice reproductions featuring sharp details and authentic ribbon.

• The 1914 Iron Cross Second Class was awarded to more than 5 million German soldiers during World War I for combat heroism, bravery or leadership. It was required to have earned this medal before receiving the Iron Cross First Class. There were instances of both medals being awarded simultaneously. This medal generally was not worn, except when it was first presented. A ribbon on the service uniform signified the award. Our reproduction is nickel-plated with a blackened center. The obverse displays the imperial crown, a “W” for Kaiser Wilhelm and the 1914 institution date. The reverse displays the imperial crown, the initials FW for Prussian King Frederick William III, a spray of oak leaves and the 1813 date for the award’s creation during the Napoleonic Wars. The medal is suspended from a ring, with five inches of ribbon material.