Germany, Federal Republic. A Wound Badge, Black Grade, Alternative 1957 Version Auction L59 hallmarked on reverse

L59 hallmarked on reverse

measuring 91 mm x 32 mm

and some were unable to bear their weight upon them

" Overall condition is very fine

stating that he had two years' previous military service as a Private with the Royal Grenadiers

Germany, Federal Republic. A Wound Badge, Black Grade, Alternative 1957 Version Auction L59 hallmarked on reverse(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz, 1957 Version). Oval shaped blackened metal alloy; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a slender vertical pinback, with a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 37. 05 mm (w) x 44. 45 mm (h); weighing 13. 0 grams; in near mint condition.