WWII German Wound Badge in Black miniature stickpin
INS63
INS63
INS63
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INS63
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
Original German Badge & Tinnie Lot 1928–1938 – Turnfest Köln, Tag der Arbeit & 1 Mai
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WWII German Wound Badge in Black with Miniature Pin and Original Packet

199,00 €

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SKU: INS63Categories:

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Description

WWII German Wound Badge in Black: Overview

A grouping of a full-size Wound Badge in Black, a matching miniature stickpin and a period paper packet printed in Gothic script “Verwundeten-Abzeichen Schwarz”. Together they make a more complete display than a loose badge.

Historical Context

The Wound Badge originated in the First World War and was reintroduced for the Second. It existed in three grades: Black, Silver and Gold, the black grade being the first level. Miniatures were worn when the full-size award was inappropriate, for example on civilian clothing. Original packets show how decorations were issued and stored.

WWII German Wound Badge in Black: Description

  • Badge: oval wreath around a helmet over crossed swords, dark finish
  • Miniature: oval stickpin with long needle
  • Packet: paper, printed “Verwundeten-Abzeichen Schwarz”
  • Inventory code: INS63

Condition

Surface wear, oxidation, finish loss and patina to the metal parts; folds, wrinkles and age wear to the packet. Nothing has been restored or polished. The photographs show the actual pieces and form part of the description.

Provenance

No further provenance is recorded.

Authenticity

Offered as period pieces on the basis of construction, finish and wear. Wound badges exist in many maker and construction variations; the assessment rests on the features together.

Further Reading

For the wider context of German decorations and insignia, see my Complete Collector’s Guide to WWII German Medals.

For historical background, see Deutsches Historisches Museum: “Ehrenzeichen”, on the history of German decorations.

Historical Responsibility Notice: this item is offered as a historical artefact for collecting, preservation, education and research. It does not endorse or glorify any ideology.

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