by the Grace of God Emperor of Austria
surmounted by period delicate laurel wreath suspension also in bronze gilt
the page sections having experienced separation from the binding
the letter measuring 208 mm (w) x 296 mm (h)
fine link chain securing the two ends
Germany, Imperial. A Naval Wound Badge, Gold Grade Auction Archive by the Grace of God(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Gold). Constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, around a central raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled background, the reverse with a raised barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, unmarked, measuring 40. 68 mm (w) x 46. 51 mm (h), weighing 8. 9 grams, in extremely fine condition.