Description: Rare German Defense Attache Challenge Coin given by the German attache to Sweden in 2022. Coin features "Bundesrepublik - Deutschland" on one side, and on the reverse, "Presented by German Defence Attache" and the Iron Cross. The Iron Cross was a military decoration in the Kingdom of Prussia, and later in the German Empire (1871–1918) and Nazi Germany (1933–1945). The design, a black cross pattée with a white or silver outline, was derived from the insignia of the medieval Teutonic Order and borne by its knights from the 13th century. As well as being a military medal, it has also been used as an emblem by the Prussian Army, the Imperial German Army, and the Reichswehr of the Weimar Republic, while the Balkenkreuz (bar cross) variant was used by the Wehrmacht. The Iron Cross is now the emblem of the Bundeswehr, the modern German armed forces. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iron_Cross This is an authentic "first hand" coin - all coins come from my personal collection and were presented to me during my career in the U.S. Navy. All coins are in excellent condition unless otherwise noted, though may show minor signs of carry (very small scratches in enamel, etc). Message me for any questions - check my other listings for more coins. Measures slightly over 2 inches in diameter.
Price: 74.99 USD
Location: Fairfax Station, Virginia
End Time: 2025-01-22T18:41:15.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
