Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge Auction otherwise hardly worn

otherwise hardly worn

Roper served in the French theatre

all badges are worn and remain in good condition

1863 following Friedrich’s proclamation as Duke but suppressed in 1866 following Prussia’s annexation of the Duchies

Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge Auction otherwise hardly worn(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber). Constructed of silvered bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel wreath, with a crossed swords overlaid by a central Stahlhelm on a hollow background, the reverse with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, unmarked, measuring 38. 55 mm (w) x 43. 57 mm (h), weighing 8. 0 grams, in near extremely fine condition.