Germany. A Gold Grade Wound Badge; Marked 30 Auction or to be allowed to

or to be allowed to retire

A First War 1st Depot Battalion

September 22

exhibiting quality workmanship and intact stitching on all pieces

The new year didn't see him fare better health wise

Germany. A Gold Grade Wound Badge; Marked 30 Auction or to be allowed toAn example of a gold grade Verwundetenabzeichen; oval shaped gilt tombac; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side 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, and a functional hinge catch assembly; maker marked 30 for Hauptmnzamt, Wien on the reverse; measuring 36. 32 mm (w) x 43. 75 mm (h);