Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge GTRexclude most of the latter insignia

most of the latter insignia having been lost to time

better very fine condition

As with all other Medals of Honor

open-ended wreath clasp on original triangular ribbon

Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge GTRexclude most of the latter insigniaA first war German Silver Grade Wound Badge (Verwundetenabzeichen); oval shaped silvered bronze; hollow cut out version; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, sheet metal hinge, and a round wire catch; measuring 39. 30 mm (w) x 44. 54 mm (h); weighing 8. 8 grams; in overall very fine condition.