Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Rudolf Karneth Of Gablonz Auction dated “1942”

dated “1942”

and United States: Legion of Merit (with miniature LM)

his character noted as "good"

vertical pin on reverse

measuring 48 x 62mm

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, By Rudolf Karneth Of Gablonz Auction dated “1942”(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