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Title Black wound badge, WW1
Nationality German
Period c 1914-18
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This was the basic wound badge for the first wound in combat, made famous havng been worn by Adolf Hitler along with his Iron Cross, 1st class, the only medals he ever wore. The higher grades were in silver and gold finish.

It is made of pressed brass with a blackened finish, of which only about 50% or so survives. Otherwise, it is in OK order.

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[Militaria : Badges : German : 20th Century]

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R C, UK, 04.09.2015

I wanted to let you know that the kepi arrived today safely. A super nice kepi! Also wanted to say that it was a pleasure doing business with you.

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