Germany. A Wound Badge, Silver Grade, By Schauerte & Höfeld Of Lüdenscheid Auction In all approximately 55

In all approximately 55

he served with VT-5 aboard the Essex-class aircraft carrier U

Between the straps is a rectangular ring fed through a loop on a small tab riveted and stitched to the body of the pouch

Leather chin strap exhibits wear but remains supple

Germany. A Wound Badge, Silver Grade, By Schauerte & Höfeld Of Lüdenscheid Auction In all approximately 55(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber). Constructed of oval silvered tombac; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical round wire pin, and a functional hinge catch assembly; maker marked L54 for Schauerte & Hfeld of Ldenscheid on the reverse; measuring 36. 30 mm (w) x 43. 94