{"product_id":"german-wwii-german-cross-in-gold-grouping-otto-klein-marked-signed-by-wilhelm-keitel","title":"German WWII German Cross in Gold Grouping | Otto Klein Marked | Signed by Wilhelm Keitel","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eExceptional and historically significant German World War II award grouping centered around the prestigious \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"252\"\u003eGerman Cross in Gold (Deutsches Kreuz in Gold)\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by its original named award document to an identified combat officer. Highly sought after among advanced collectors, the German Cross in Gold was awarded for repeated acts of battlefield bravery or exceptional leadership in combat, generally recognizing service beyond that required for the Iron Cross 1st Class but below the Knight’s Cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eIncluded is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eGerman Cross in Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring the correct \u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"701\"\u003emulti-piece construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"739\"\u003efour-rivet reverse configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e, and stamped maker mark \u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e“134”\u003c\/strong\u003e, identifying manufacture by \u003cstrong data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eOtto Klein\u003c\/strong\u003e. The award retains its black enameled swastika centerpiece and presents in very fine condition with strong display appeal. Accompanying the decoration is the original named award document issued to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003eOberleutnant Schenk of Grenadier Regiment 110\u003c\/strong\u003e, signed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eField Marshal Wilhelm Keitel\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most senior military officials of Nazi Germany as Chief of the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht (OKW).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eAs one of the most recognizable senior combat awards of the Third Reich, identified German Cross groupings with original signed award documents remain highly desirable, particularly examples tied to prominent wartime signatories. This grouping represents a compelling and historically important wartime award set with strong collector significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eGerman Cross in Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e• Maker marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e“134”\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eOtto Klein\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e• Correct \u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003efour-rivet construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e• Named to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eOberleutnant Schenk, Grenadier Regiment 110\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003e• Original award document signed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eWilhelm Keitel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eThe award presents in very fine overall condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with preservation and handling. The enamel centerpiece remains visually strong, and the multi-piece construction remains well preserved. The accompanying award document shows expected age, handling wear, and storage-related wear consistent with wartime paper materials while remaining highly displayable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003eA premier German WWII combat award grouping with exceptional historical presence and advanced collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003e⚔️ Why Shop With Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003e• Over 2,500 5-star reviews online\u003cbr data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003e• Carefully researched and curated collectibles\u003cbr data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2451\"\u003e• Fast, secure, and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43596795347018,"sku":"WIW1967","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/German-WWII-German-Cross-in-Gold-Grouping-Otto-Klein-Marked-Signed-by-Wilhelm-Keitel.jpg?v=1778859993","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/german-wwii-german-cross-in-gold-grouping-otto-klein-marked-signed-by-wilhelm-keitel","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}