German WWI Iron Cross 1st Class Grouping with Named Award Document | Johannes von Dassel Signed

Historically significant German World War I Iron Cross 1st Class (EK1) grouping, consisting of a named Iron Cross award paired with its original wartime award document signed by a notable German divisional commander. Identified Imperial German award groupings of this caliber remain especially desirable due to their direct historical attribution and documented battlefield context.

Included is a German WWI Iron Cross 1st Class, maker marked “CD 800” for Carl Dillenius of Pforzheim, Germany, a less commonly encountered maker. Accompanying the award is the original translated award document reading in part: “In the name of His Majesty the Emperor and King, I have awarded Sergeant Timm, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Company, the Iron Cross 1st Class.” The document is dated In the field, June 14, 1918, and signed by Generalmajor Johannes von Dassel, Division Commander of the German Jäger Division.

The Iron Cross 1st Class was among Imperial Germany’s most respected battlefield decorations, awarded for repeated acts of bravery and leadership under combat conditions. Named groupings signed by high-ranking officers remain especially compelling, and Johannes von Dassel represents a historically notable wartime commander who later received the prestigious Pour le Mérite for battlefield leadership in 1918.

Highlights
• German WWI Iron Cross 1st Class (EK1)
• Maker marked “CD 800” (Carl Dillenius)
• Named to Sergeant Timm
• Award document dated June 14, 1918
• Signed by Generalmajor Johannes von Dassel

Condition
The Iron Cross displays expected age-related wear and preservation patina consistent with period military awards. The accompanying document shows age, handling wear, and storage-related wear consistent with wartime paper preservation while remaining an excellent historical companion to the award.

A compelling Imperial German wartime award grouping with strong named attribution, historical significance, and excellent collector appeal.

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