Germany, Imperial. A Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction Archive stating: "A keen and skilful

stating: "A keen and skilful Observer

Sleeve Patch (red

Footnote: The Hamburg-Amerikanische Packetfahrt Actien Gesellschaft (Hamburg-American Line) was established in Germany on 1847

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Germany, Imperial. A Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction Archive stating: "A keen and skilful(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz). An oval badge constructed of blackened tombac, the obverse 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 presents a vertical pin assembly, measures 39. 16 mm (w) x 44. 26 mm (h), weighs 9. 3 grams, and in extremely fine condition.