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Army Flak Badge with Assmann-Style A Mark
This Army Flak Badge presents in very good condition, retaining clear detail across its eagle, oak-leaf wreath and anti-aircraft gun. Surface patina and toning give the metal a varied appearance. An impressed Assmann-style A mark appears on the reverse above the retaining catch.The central gun rises diagonally towards the upper right, with its barrel extending beyond the wreath. Meanwhile, the upright Army eagle forms the upper section of the design. The gun mounting, adjustment wheels and platform remain clearly visible in the close photographs.Explore our selection of
German military medals and combat awards for related pieces.
Army Flak Badge construction
The badge has a solid-backed metal body with pierced openings around the central gun. Raised oak leaves and acorns decorate the surrounding wreath, while recessed areas provide contrast to the principal features.On the reverse, a hinged pin fitting sits behind the eagle. A retaining catch occupies the lower section, beneath the impressed mark. The photographs show these fittings and their attachment areas.The exact alloy has not been established. Therefore, the description identifies the material as metal without making an unsupported claim for its composition.
Assmann-style marking and attribution
The stylised A resembles the trademark of F.W. Assmann & Söhne, Lüdenscheid. The firm manufactured German military insignia and used its distinctive A logo on documented examples.However, identifying the logo does not authenticate this particular badge. Its manufacturer attribution and wartime originality remain unconfirmed. Accordingly, the listing describes the visible mark without presenting Assmann manufacture as an established fact.
Condition and historical background
Overall condition is very good, with well-preserved relief and surface patina. Toning varies across the front and reverse, including darker areas around the fittings. Please review the detailed photographs when assessing the surfaces and construction.The German Army introduced the Army Flak Badge in July 1941 to recognise qualifying anti-aircraft service. For an independent reference to the award type, consult the
Australian War Memorial’s German Army Anti-Aircraft Badge record.You can also browse our wider
military medals collection for further decorations.
Catalogue details| Detail | Description |
|---|
| Award type | Army Flak Badge / Heeres-Flakabzeichen |
| Reverse marking | Assmann-style A |
| Manufacturer | Unconfirmed |
| Condition | Very good, with surface patina and toning |
| Construction | Solid-backed, pierced metal body |
| Measurements and weight | Not supplied |
| UV examination | No result supplied |
| Provenance | No ownership history supplied |
| Wartime originality | Unconfirmed |
