Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Rudolf Karneth Of Gablonz United Republic of Silver and enamel

Silver and enamel

As the Second World War raged

multiple entries and stamps throughout the book

45mm x 55 mm

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Rudolf Karneth Of Gablonz United Republic of Silver and enamel(Luftwaffe Erdkampfabzeichen). An oval wreath constructed of silvered and patinated zink; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain with three rivets; vertical slender banjo style pinback with a crimped sheet metal hinge and a crimped flat catch; maker marked R. K. for Rudolf