Germany, Wehrmacht. A Wound Badge, Gold Grade

(Verwundetenabzeichen). An oval badge constructed of gilded zink, the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom, the reverse plain with a vertical pinback, pin stamped with illegible number, measuring 36.61 mm (w) x 44.26 mm (h), weighing 23.9 grams, most of the gilt has worn off, and very fine condition.