Germany. A Wound Badge, Gold Grade Auction being one of just 27

being one of just 27 individuals to be awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves

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maker marked with H-H

but left to engage in the manufacture of mining implements with E

Naming is officially impressed on the Trio

Germany. A Wound Badge, Gold Grade Auction being one of just 27(Verwundetenabzeichen in Gold). Oval shaped gilded zink; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side 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, an integrated hinge, and an integrated catch; measuring 36. 66 mm (w) x 44. 25 mm (h); weighing 23. 9 grams; in overall very fine condition.