Germany (Imperial): Wound Badge. Black grade (1918). With makers marks

Reverse of the badge complete with original vertical hinged pin and clasp fittings

Makers marks for premier insignia maker 'DRGM' underneath reverse clasp

The Wound Badge (Werwundetenabzeichen) was a German military decoration established by Wilhelm II, German Emperor on 3 March 1918, which was first awarded to soldiers of the German Army who were wounded during the Great War 1914-18

The badge had three grades (classes), with specific award criteria for each grade (class) of award:

- Black (3rd class, representing Iron), for those wounded once or twice by hostile action (including air raids)

- Silver (2nd class) for being wounded three or four times

- Gold (1st class, which could be awarded posthumously) for being wounded five or more times

The Wound Badge has been worn, with the black finish now mostly lost, and fairly typical for a badge worn that was required to be worn in uniform by the recipient

Condition: VF

Code: 24018