Germany. An Infantry Assault Badge, in Silver, Alternative 1957 Version
(Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen in Silber, 1957 Version). Constructed of silvered bronze; Consisting of an oval shaped oak leaf wreath in silvered bronze. Diagonally across the badge is a Karabiner 98k with the bayonet attached to the front of the barrel and the carrying sling hanging from the rifle; the reverse plain; with a vertical round wire pinback, a sheet metal hinge, and a flat wire catch; unmarked; measuring 46.25 mm (w) x 55.68 mm (h); weighing 31.1 grams; in virtually mint condition.

