Germany, Wehrmacht. A Panzer Assault Badge, Bronze Grade, by Hermann Aurich Auction with a tally ribbon constructed

with a tally ribbon constructed of black rayon wrapped and tied around the edge of the cap

in turn surrounded by an inscription of “MITT GOTT FÜR KÖNIG UND VATERLAND 1860” (“WITH GOD FOR KING AND FATHERLAND 1860”)

exhibiting pleasing patina with light period wear to the metal and enamel yet remaining structurally sound and well-preserved

and most of the awards are illustrated in color and professionally described

Sporadic soiling and material fatigue consistent with age and field wear is evident throughout the tunic

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Panzer Assault Badge, Bronze Grade, by Hermann Aurich Auction with a tally ribbon constructed(Panzerkampfabzeichen in Bronze). Constructed of bronzed zink, the obverse consisting of an oval oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a Heer style German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika, surrounding a central Panzer IV rolling over grassy terrain, with its left tread extending beyond the edge of the wreath, the reverse with a crimped barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, maker marked