Germany, Wehrmacht. A General Assault Badge, Special Grade 25, Rudolf Karneth

(Allgemeines Sturmabzeichen mit Einsatzzahl 25). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink, the obverse consisting of an oval oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by a plaque bearing a number “25” around a central raised Heer-style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, in turn situated above a crossed bayonet and stick grenade, the reverse with four visible rivets securing the obverse features in place, with a barrel hinge and banjo-style pinback, maker marked with the logo of “RUDOLF KARNETH, GABLONZ”, measuring 48.38 mm (w) x 58.03 mm (h), weighing 35.3 grams, the catch is missing and minor oxidation is evident to the base metal, in very fine condition.