Germany. A Gold Grade Mother’s Cross By A. Rettenmaler With Case Auction hallmarked and numbered "142" on

hallmarked and numbered "142" on the reverse

measuring 220 mm in length and rating near mint

this sword features a 820 mm long

brass pull sliding closure at the top

but did see short postings at times in Montreal

Germany. A Gold Grade Mother’s Cross By A. Rettenmaler With Case Auction hallmarked and numbered "142" onA textbook example of a very well preserved third reich period Gold Grade Mothers Cross Ehrenkreuz der Deutschen Mutter with its original case of issue; a Latin cross with concave arms in gilt bronze and blue, white, and black enamels; with sun rays emanating between the arms from the centre applique; on loop for suspension; with its full length period original ribbon (previously repaired); the obverse with a circular applique bearing a static black