Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade Province of China of average quality

of average quality

Iserlohn insignia on the reverse

measuring 70 mm in diameter)

In silver gilt with dark green and white enamels

awarded under Army Order 172/1918 most likely long after the recipient had retired from service

Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade Province of China of average quality(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Silber). Constructed of silvered brass, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, bearing a raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled background, the reverse with a wide crimped hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked, measuring 40. 94 mm (w) x 46. 21 mm (h), weighing 8. 2 grams, demonstrating minor loss of finish, in near extremely fine condition.