Germany, Empire. A Colonial Expedition Honour Badge

Constructed of silvered zinc; the obverse depicting an elephant int he center, circumscribed “Südsee, Afrika, Kiautschou”, decorated by a bow at the twelve o’clock position and oak leaves at the six o’clock position; marked “Ges. Gesch.” with the patent number “Nr. 33992” on the reverse; with a vertical pinback, a sheet metal hinge, and a round wire catch; measuring 33.68 mm (w) x 39.15 mm (h); weighing 19.1 grams; in overall very fine condition.