Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Metall Und Kunststoff Hold superimposed on the white ribbed

superimposed on the white ribbed circle

silvered metal cap and red painted mesh grid centre

S” etched by hand on the edge of the six o’clock arm

capsule-shaped and covered in a pebbled leather wrap

accompanied by a presentation case constructed of cardstock

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Metall Und Kunststoff Hold superimposed on the white ribbed(Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe). An oval badge constructed of silvered and patinated zink, the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground, the reverse plain with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, with three rivets holding eagle in place visible, maker marked