United States. A Gemsco-Made United States Air Force (Usaf) Navigator Dress Wings C.1955 Newly Listed A Mint Iron Cross First

A Mint Iron Cross First Class 1939 by Zimmermann - Silver with black paint

inscribed “INTEGRITATI ET MERITO” (Latin - Integrity and Merit)

or who has performed some very exceptional act of bravery and devotion at his or her post of duty

Footnote: The medal was instituted in 1945

United States. A Gemsco-Made United States Air Force (Usaf) Navigator Dress Wings C.1955 Newly Listed A Mint Iron Cross FirstIn sterling silver, maker marked "GEMSCO" (General Embroidery & Military Supply Company, Milford, Connecticut) and marked "A. G. O. G 2" on the reverse, measuring 51. 5 mm (w) x 15. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, contact marks, silvering wear, very fine.