Legion Condor, Wound Badge, in Gold
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SKU: 01.GTR.0304.101.01.000
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A third reich period German “Legion Condor” gold grade wound badge “Verwundetenabzeichen”; oval shaped gilded bronze (non-magnetic); the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm featuring a large mobile swastika on its side superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel wreaths with a tied bow at the bottom - of note are the exceptional details on the laurel leaves on the wreath; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, sheet metal hinge, and a round wire catch; measuring 43.35 mm x 38.23 mm; weighing 8.0 grams. Accompanied by a LDO case; constructed of heavy pressed paper, with a textured black faux leather (leatherette) exterior; lined interior lid - embossed “LDO” in black lettering; functional spring catch with stud release; partially severed fabric hinge cover; with a slotted medal bed; functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 70 mm x 69 mm; in overall near mint condition. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity by Detlev Niemann.
The Legion Condor Wound Badge was established on May 22, 1939, and was conferred upon German soldiers who voluntarily fought alongside Francisco Franco’s Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War.
The Badge is identical to the Wound Badges issued during the First World War, but they feature a swastika on the obverse.
The Badge was issued in three grades, gold, silver and black.
The Gold Badge was never awarded.
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