Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version Newly Listed a plaque below inscribed "GARA

a plaque below inscribed "GARA INTERREGIONALE BENEVENTO" and marked "800" (silver)

Runes in white threads on black wool base

Private Thompson was serving with the 19th Infantry Battalion in the Fall of 1917

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An Observers Badge by W

Germany, Wehrmacht. A German Cross In Gold, By Deschler, Heavy Version Newly Listed a plaque below inscribed "GARAA textbook example of the award, in cupal featuring a cetnral swastika with intact black enameling, strong gilt on surrounding wreath and nearly 100% retention of patination on rays, reverse with Deschler's characteristic 4 rivets, central pin assembly, marked 1 denoting Deschler & Sohn, 70. 00 grams, heavy version, measuring 63. 09 mm (w) x 62. 83mm (h), excellent example, extremely fine.