Germany, Wehrmacht. A First War Wound Badge, Silver Grade, Hollow Centre Auction measuring 20 mm x 16

measuring 20 mm x 16 mm

Invalid states that he was treated for Anemia for two years prior to enlistment

The sweatband is crafted out of grey-coloured leather and is perforated towards the front of the cap

He wears two Long Service Awards on his ribbon bar

USS Yankee continued firing on Sabanilla Battery until 15:00 and then withdrew to her blockade station off the harbor

Germany, Wehrmacht. A First War Wound Badge, Silver Grade, Hollow Centre Auction measuring 20 mm x 16(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber). An oval badge constructed of silvered bronze, 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 presents a vertical pinback, with a hollow centre, measures 38. 25 mm (w) x 43. 39 mm (h), weighs 11. 9 grams, and in very fine condition.