A German Mother's Cross; Silver Grade With Packet Of Issue Auction surmounted by the Franco crown

surmounted by the Franco crown with touches of red and green enamels in the crown's base

crossed bronze swords clasp on the ribbon

6 mm x 60 mm inclusive of its wreath suspension

The awards continue to be given out in high schools

In silvered tombac

A German Mother's Cross; Silver Grade With Packet Of Issue Auction surmounted by the Franco crownA German Mother's Cross; Silver Grade with Packet of Issue Two piece construction, silvered bronze and enamels, 34. 7 mm x 42. 3 mm, intact enamels, gilt wear evident, better than very fine. Accompanied by its packet of issue, inscribed "Ehrenkreuz der Deutschen Mutter Zweite Stufe" on the obverse, maker marked "Gleb. Gloerfeld K. G. Ldenscheid" on the reverse, light wear, packet near extremely fine.