Germany, Wehrmacht. An War Merit Cross, I Class, Case Auction A RADwJ (Reichsarbeitsdienst der Weiblichen

A RADwJ (Reichsarbeitsdienst der Weiblichen Jugend/National Labour Service of the Female Youth) cap badge

silver aluminum twisted wire in the shape of a single oak leaf in the centre of the tab

with rayon cloth backing on the reverse

Five recipients have been awarded the medal twice

which was first authorized in December 1950

Germany, Wehrmacht. An War Merit Cross, I Class, Case Auction A RADwJ (Reichsarbeitsdienst der Weiblichen(Etui). An original case of issue, constructed of heavy pressed paper with a textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior, with the outline of a War Merit Cross I Class embossed on the exterior of the lid, lined interior lid with a recessed medal bed, functional spring catch with stud release, intact interior fabric hinge cover, functional exterior metal hinge, measuring 65 mm (w) x 66 mm (l) x 17 mm (h), and in near extremely fine condition.