{"product_id":"original-german-wwii-silver-wound-badge-by-paul-maybauer-of-berlin-in-case","title":"Original German WWII Silver Wound Badge by Paul Maybauer of Berlin in Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. A fine maker marked silver wound badge with original case box by rare maker\u003cstrong\u003e Paul Maybauer of Berlin\u003c\/strong\u003e. The badge itself is constructed out of a die struck, zinc-alloy base that has been silver washed. The oval badge depicts an embossed profile of a mobile swas, above an M35 pattern helmet, which is above two crossed broad swords. This then lies on a pebbled field and is surrounded by a laurel leaf and berry wreath which is tied together at the bottom with a bow tie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse features an inset back and is marked in a circular depression with LDO number \u003cstrong\u003eL\/13\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lower reverse, which represents Paul Maybauer of Berlin. The LDO, (\u003cem\u003eLeistungs Gemeinschaft der Deutscher Ordenshersteller\u003c\/em\u003e - Administration of German orders Manufacturers), was a self-governing organization formed in 1941 which regulated the manufacturing of all German awards. The firm Paul Maybauer was fully licensed in the organization, entry number 13.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pin, barrel hinge, and wire catch are all intact and in well-working condition. The silver wash unfortunately is mostly gone, as almost all that we see, so just a few spots remain. The badge measures 1.75 inches high by 1.5 inches wide. Overall this is a very nice piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included case box is in good used condition, with a lovely maroon faux leather exterior. This version of the box has a fabric hinge, and does not have any closure clip. It does unfortunately look to have been exposed to water on the exterior at some point. The inside is maroon velvet on the bottom with an inset for the pinback of the award.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice set, ready to add to your collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe German Wound Badge was instituted during the First World War to recognize those wounded in the conflict. It was designed using a World War One style Imperial German helmet as the main motif. The helmet was set on top two crossed swords against a pebbled background and surrounded by a laurel leaves wreath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Spanish Civil War the Third Reich reinstated the Wound Badge for a short period to honor those who were wounded during the conflict from 1936 to 1939. These German units participating in the assistance of the Spanish Fascists were deemed the “Condor Legion”. The pattern of the World War One Wound Badge was again used, except this time with a raised swas on the center of the World War One era helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the outbreak of war in September 1939 with Poland, Adolf AH once again reinstated the Wound Badge Award. Again the pattern of the badge was similar to that of the earlier style except the new design was freshened up a bit by using an M35 pattern German helmet and a slightly softer looking wreath. This pattern was used until the end of the war in 1945. It is impossible to know the exact numbers of wound badges awarded during the course of the Second World War due to the vast scale and countless individuals who were wounded or killed in the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wound Badge Awards came in three different types of grades representing the amount , or severity, of wounds received. The first grade, the Black Wound Badge was awarded for 1 to 2 wounds received in combat. The Silver Grade was awarded for 3 to 4 wounds, and finally the Gold Grade for 5 or more wounds, total disability, or death.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39897971982405,"sku":"ONSV21NOS46","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV21NOS46__02.jpg?v=1648260935","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-german-wwii-silver-wound-badge-by-paul-maybauer-of-berlin-in-case","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}