Germany. A Gold Grade Wound Badge; Marked 30 Auction the box containing the three

the box containing the three original letters that were forwarded to his father with his Trio and Memorial Cross

exhibiting quality workmanship and intact stitching on all pieces

It features a small horizontal-slit breast pocket built into the left breast

The new year didn't see him fare better health wise

Germany. A Gold Grade Wound Badge; Marked 30 Auction the box containing the threeAn example of a gold grade Verwundetenabzeichen; oval shaped gilt 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 needle style pin, and a functional hinge catch assembly; maker marked 30 for Hauptmnzamt, Wien on the reverse; measuring 36. 32 mm (w) x 43. 75 mm (h);