The Wound Badge was instituted by Wilhelm II to reward and recognize the sacrifice of German Military personnel wounded in active service during World War I.
Note: Adolf Hitler was awarded the wound badge during his service in WWI.
Variants:
Gold Badge: Conferred for five or more wounds (or lost a limb).
Silver Badge: Conferred for three or four wounds.
Black Badge: Conferred for one or two wounds.
Description:
Blackened & unmarked
Obverse:
Depicts a Stahlhelm (Steel Helmet) on top of crossed swords on a pebbled field with laurel branch wreath.
Reverse:
Vertical pin-back w/functional hinge/catch assembly.
Measurements (approximate):
38.5 mm x 43.3 mm
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WW1 (Imperial German Empire)
Wound Badge (in Black)
* Authentic Issue *
$59.00 (Firm)
Instituted by Wilhelm II
awarded to recognize the
sacrifice of German Military
wounded in active service
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