Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction Archive but typical manufacture by "Spink

but typical manufacture by "Spink & Son" London

1918 but was extended to June 9th

the Battalion moved forward and was practically up to their front line before the barrage was laid down

stamped with the cypher of King Leopold III in gold-coloured ink on the lid

Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction Archive but typical manufacture by "Spink(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Schwarz). Constructed of blackened bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, around a raised anchor defaced by crossed swords, in turn situated over a pebbled background, the reverse with a crimped hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked, measuring 40. 24 mm (w) x 46. 46 mm (h), weighing 9. 3 grams, demonstrating near total loss of black finish, in very fine condition. MB: