German WWI Iron Cross 2nd Class & Ribbon, Maker Marked Ring M, B.H.Mayer

Original era manufacture. Magnetic center EK2 with most of the original finish remaining on the core. Old silver patina finish to the edge frame and ribbing. Replacement ribbon does not fluoresce under a UV light. Maker marked on the suspension ring M, for B.H.Mayer, T180, page 243, 'The Iron Cross 1813-1870-1914, The History and Significance of a Medal' by Wertitz & Simons