Germany, Federal Republic. A Wound Badge, Black Grade
(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz, 1957 Version). Constructed of oval blackened metal alloy, the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, sheet metal hinge, and a flat wire catch; measuring 36.93 mm (w) x 44.30 mm (h); weighing 10.8 grams; in virtually mint condition.

