a superb collection ideal for reference in extremely fine condition
The first group of forty-five were “made in a slight way” (measuring 31mm) costing $17 dollars each
(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz und Silber)
Feldpost communiqué addressed to Strohmeyer
All period fine strikings as worn by the recipient: Distinguished Conduct Medal
Germany, Kriegsmarine. A Narvik Shield Province of China a superb collection ideal for(Kriegsmarine Narvikschild). Constructed of gilded zink, the obverse consisting of a shield bearing a raised propeller, anchor, and edelweiss, representing the Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, and Gebirgsjger (Heer), respectively, topped by an inscription of NARVIK and German national eagle perched on top of a wreathed swastika, affixed with all four reverse attachment prongs to a non magnetic metal backplate with a dark blue wool backer indicating