having stated his birth year as two years earlier (1897 and not 1899)
He was also a recipient of the Order of the Red Banner (19375)
forfeiting six days' pay
the reverse with two integral loops connecting to a gilded zink pendant in the form of a central radiant star flanked by laurel leaves
2) An Iron Cross 1914 Second Class Miniature
Germany, Imperial. A First World War Patriotic Cup, by the Royal Porcelain Factory Auction having stated his birth year(Patriotischer Tasse). Constructed of glazed porcelain, the exterior finish in slate grey, bearing a central hand painted 1914 Iron Cross, situated within a circular green laurel leaf wreath, featuring a high set protruding handle, the base featuring dual maker marks of the Royal Porcelain Factory, Berlin, measuring 7. 5 cm (w) x 7 cm (h), demonstrating no evident chips or cracks, in extremely fine condition.