a quintessential example of a four-window Version 3 badge in extremely fine condition
numbered "208" in pencil on the bottom
multiple contact marks and scratches evident on the exterior
buttonhole attachment on the reverse
with loss of finish and some oxidation evident
Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, Late War Zinc Example Archive a quintessential example of a(Erdkampfabzeichen der Luftwaffe). Instituted March 31st, 1942. A textbook example of this award constructed of silvered and patinated zinc, the obverse consisting of an oval oak wreath, joined together at the base by ribbon, topped by a Luftwaffe eagle clutching a mobile swastika, overlaying a stylized cloud from which a lightning bolt emanates and strikes the ground, the reverse is rivitless as is expected from a late war example, with an integrated