Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade Province of China issued in Memmingen on 23

issued in Memmingen on 23 November 1942

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

of average quality

but since 1975

In silver gilt with dark green and white enamels

Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade Province of China issued in Memmingen on 23(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.