Wound Badge, in Gold (in tombac, cut-out)
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SKU: 03.GEM.0111.101.01.005
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Constructed of gilded tombac, the obverse presents with a central Stahlhelm (steel helmet), superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom, vertical pinback, unmarked, measuring 44.5 mm (h) x 39 mm (w), in near extremely fine condition.
The Wound Badge was instituted by King Wilhelm II to recognize and reward the sacrifice of German Military personnel wounded in active service during the First World War.
The Gold Badge was conferred for five or more wounds, as well as to personnel who had lost a limb.
The Silver Badge was conferred for three or fours wounds.
The Black Badge was conferred for one or two wounds.
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