Germany, HJ. A Proficiency Badge, Silver Grade, by Wächtler & Lange

(HJ Leistungsabzeichen in Silber) Constructed of a silver aluminum alloy, the obverse consisting of a Tyr tun, overlaid by a central mobile swastika within a circular ring bearing an inscription of “FÜR LEISTUNGEN IN DER HJ” (“FOR PROFICIENCY IN THE HJ”), the reverse with a vertical pinback, stamped with an issue number of “254798”, marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code “M1/35” for Wächtler & Lange, Mittweida, measuring 32 mm (w) x 52 mm (h), accompanied by its period original package of issue, constructed of beige paper stock, the exterior bearing a matching issue number of “254798”, measuring 42 mm (w) x 66 mm (l), a rare complete set in near extremely fine condition.