Original German Black Wound Badge in die-struck construction, awarded for one or two combat wounds during the Second World War. Complete with its original pin assembly, retaining much of its original finish and crisp detailing throughout.
€ 65
An original German Black Wound Badge (Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz), awarded to members of the Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS and other German armed services who were wounded in combat during the Second World War. Instituted by Adolf Hitler on 1 September 1939, the Wound Badge recognised soldiers who had suffered injuries while serving on active military operations.
The Black Grade was awarded to personnel wounded once or twice in combat or those who suffered frostbite or injuries sustained during enemy action. As one of the most widely recognised German combat decorations of the Second World War, the Wound Badge remains a cornerstone of any Wehrmacht militaria collection.
The obverse features the iconic M35 steel helmet bearing a swastika above crossed swords, enclosed within an oak leaf wreath. This example is of die-struck (die stamped) construction, manufactured using the traditional striking process rather than cast production. Die-struck badges are highly regarded by collectors for their crisp detail, superior finish and period manufacturing quality.
This badge retains much of its original black finish with honest age-related wear and patina. The reverse is complete with its original hinge, pin and catch assembly, all of which remain intact and fully functional. A genuine wartime example displaying sharp detail throughout and excellent collector appeal.
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The German Black Wound Badge is one of the most recognisable combat awards of the Second World War and remains an essential piece for collectors of Wehrmacht militaria. Die-struck examples are particularly desirable due to their superior manufacturing quality and sharper definition compared with later war variants. As an award presented to soldiers wounded in combat, it represents an important and poignant part of German military history.
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