Germany. A Wound Badge, Gold Grade, Alternative 1957 Version Auction patina from age on the

patina from age on the silver frame and with some scattered loss of the black finish due to wear and oxidation

from a combination of two factors: Angina Pectoris (chest pain due to ischemia

A WWII Order of King Zvonimir - Third Class Cross

adapted in 1935

which fought the first action of the Jabal Hamrin in the vain hope of co-operating with the expected Russian advance

Germany. A Wound Badge, Gold Grade, Alternative 1957 Version Auction patina from age on the(Verwundetenabzeichen, in Gold, 1957 Version). Oval shaped gilt 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 plain with a vertical needle style pin, sheet metal hinge, and a flat wire catch; measuring 36. 88 mm (w) x 44. 35 (h); weighing 25. 8 grams; in virtually mint condition.