Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction on original gold suspension and

on original gold suspension and correct replacement ribbon

Footnote: The Shanghai Volunteer Corps (SVC) (1853-1942) was a multinational

Marked APN

He was transferred to the 5th Heavy Battery on June 20th

White was a devout Methodist and in 1952

Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Black Grade Auction on original gold suspension and(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Schwarz). Constructed of a blackened non magnetic metal alloy, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, around a central raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled field, the reverse with a crimped hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, unmarked, measuring 40. 98 mm (w) x 46. 26 mm (h), weighing 8. 3 grams, demonstrating minor loss of finish to high contact points, in near