Magnetic Iron Cross 1st Class 1939 (Eisernes Kreuz 1.Klasse 1939) in the needle marked 107 for the maker Carl Wild from Hamburg. It looks like the core has been repainted.

The Iron Cross 1st Class 1939 was intended to be awarded to German soldiers who had distinguished themselves by exceptional courage, bravery and service in combat. It was one of the most prestigious awards in the German military during World War II.

The Iron Cross 1st Class 1939 had the shape of a black enamel cross with a silver edge. It was worn on the left breast pocket of the uniform. It could be awarded to soldiers of all ranks, from common soldiers to officers, based on their merits on the battlefield. Those who received the Iron Cross 1st Class were often considered very brave and skilled soldiers.

Approximately 1 of the Iron Cross 1939st class 300,000 were awarded during the Second World War.