Germany, Heer. A First War Wound Badge, Black Grade Hold large rosette at the bottom

large rosette at the bottom end

He was struck off strength on return to Canada on September 23rd

underside in dark green wool

National Defense Service Medal (16

Pforzheim” and “Eigentum der Obersten SA Führung” on the reverse

Germany, Heer. A First War Wound Badge, Black Grade Hold large rosette at the bottom(Verwundetenabzeichen). Constructed of blackened magnetic metal, obverse pebbled with a central Stahlhelm (steel helmet) featuring crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom, period replacement vertical needle style pinback, measuring 35 mm (w) x 40 mm (h), in near very fine condition.