Germany, Imperial. A Wound Badge, Black Grade
(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz). Constructed of blackened bronze, the obverse depicts a Stahlhelm (Steel Helmet) on top of crossed swords on a pebbled field with laurel branch wreath, maker marked on reverse J.R.G.M., reverse with functional hinge/catch assembly, measuring 39.29 mm (w) x 42.22 mm (h), weighing 8.4 grams, in near extremely fine condition.

