This is an authentic WW1 Wound Badge, Tombac in Black, Cut-out.
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 fours wounds.
Black Badge: Conferred for one or two wounds.
Description:
An oval badge constructed of blackened tombac & unmarked.
Obverse:
Depicts a M35 Stahlhelm (Steel Helmet) centered over 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) - Authentic
Wound Badge, in Black, Cut-Out
$63.00 (Firm)
Instituted by Wilhelm II
awarded to recognize the
sacrifice of German Military
wounded in active service
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