Germany, Imperial. A Rare Maker-Marked Gold Grade Naval Wound Badge
(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Gold). An exceptionally rare and unique Gold Grade Naval Wound Badge, constructed of hollow die-stamped gilded bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, set around a raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled field, the reverse with a crimped barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, stamped with a mark of an unidentified manufacturer, measuring 41.25 mm (w) x 46.50 mm (h), weighing 15.0 grams, a scarce example in near mint condition.

