Germany. A Cased Wound Badge, Gold Grade Auction measuring 42 mm (w) x

measuring 42 mm (w) x 58 mm (h)

the reference was to his service with the Imperial Forces)

Spotsylvania and Petersburg

Simonds was purported to be the youngest Corps Commander in the British Empire

the reverse of this buckle features a standard slotted ramp style catch with an aluminum roll bar and prongs

Germany. A Cased Wound Badge, Gold Grade Auction measuring 42 mm (w) x(Verwundetenabzeichen in Gold mit Etui). Constructed of oval shaped gilt tombac; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm in the centre featuring a large mobile swastika on its side superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin, and a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 36. 65 mm (w) x 44. 21 mm (h); weighing 34. 2 grams; accompanied by its original