Germany, Imperial. A Black Grade Naval Wound Badge Auction measuring 405 mmm when inserted

measuring 405 mmm when inserted into the scabbard

A complete example

Catharines Ontario prior to joining the CEF on 31st August 1915

(1874-1918 issue)

Inscription is engraved on the reverse of the MC

Germany, Imperial. A Black Grade Naval Wound Badge Auction measuring 405 mmm when inserted(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Schwarz). Constructed of blackened brass, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, surrounding a central anchor defaced by crossed swords on a pebbled background, the reverse with a barrel hinge and flattened vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked, measuring 41. 15 mm (w) x 46. 08 mm (h), weighing 9. 6 grams, demonstrating loss of black finish throughout the base metal, in better than very