Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade, With Stick Pin Miniature Newly Listed The letter was the first

The letter was the first word the family had of Pte

supplemented by 48 black-and-white photographs and sketches

the highest rank and commander of the Rifles itself

It was awarded in recognition of the extraordinary services rendered to the Empire

the reverse centre presents the royal cipher of King Wilhelm I

Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Silver Grade, With Stick Pin Miniature Newly Listed The letter was the first(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber mit Anstecknadel). Constructed of silvered bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, with a central raised anchor, overlaid by crossed swords, the reverse with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, unmarked, measuring 38. 62 mm (w) x 44. 04 mm (h), weighing 8. 8 grams, accompanied by a stick pin miniature, constructed of silvered bronze, of identical appearance, unmarked,