lid separated from box at the hinged edge
an award certificate for the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords
near very fine condition with folding creases
and while the identity of the manufacturer remains officially unconfirmed
and complexity
Germany, Heer. An Infantry Assault Badge, Silver Grade, By E. Ferd. Wiedmann Hold lid separated from box atAn ovular badge constructed of silvered zinc, the obverse bears a cut out rifle facing North West, superimposed partially over the oak leaf border, topped with a national eagle with outstretched wings clutching a swastika in its talons, the bottom bears a ribbon with a pearled centre, the reverse is plain, unmarked and bears a vertical pinback with a round wire catch, measuring 47. 68 mm (w) x 64. 18 mm (h), weighing 35. 2 grams, very fine.