Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge by Gustav Brehmer
(Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain; vertical magnetic needle style pinback, with a barrel hinge and a wire catch; marked "G.B." (Gustav Brehmer) on the reverse; measuring 42.0 mm (w) x 56.5 mm (h); weighing 30.2 grams; in overall near very fine condition.

