Germany. A Black Grade Wound Badge by Klein & Quenzer of Idar Oberstein

A second war Black Grade Wound Badge (Verwundetenabzeichen); oval shaped blackened metal (magnetic); the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a functional pinback assembly; maker marked “K&Q” as well as “65” for Klein & Quenzer of Idar Oberstein; measuring 36.66 mm (w) x 44.07 mm (h); weighing 13.0 grams; with light loss of the original black finish; in overall near mint condition. (C: 221)