Germany, Imperial. An Observers Badge, by Juncker, c.1915
(Beobachterabzeichen). Constructed of hollow silver; the obverse constructed of a laurel and oak wreath tied together at the base via a ribbon, with an enameled square insignia consisting of white, black, and red enameled superimposed in the center within a bed of sun rays, with a Prussian crown at the top of the badge; the reverse with a sun ray design, with a horizontal pinback, a barrel hinge, and a round wire catch; marked “C.E. Juncker, Berlin” and “800” with a crescent moon; measuring 45.33 mm (w) x 71.43 mm (h); weighing 32.4 grams; the enameled plaque with contact marks from wear, as well as a shallow chip in the red enamels; in overall near very fine condition.

