Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Naval Wound Badge Auction He enlisted in the RCMP

He enlisted in the RCMP in 1955

insignia in silvered bronze with blue enamels

end of rivets visible from obverse in 3 and 9 o’clock arms

(Waffen-SS Abzeichen und Medaillen)

departing for Europe in September

Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Naval Wound Badge Auction He enlisted in the RCMP(Verwundetenabzeichen der Marine in Silber). Constructed of vaulted magnetic metal, the obverse consisting of an oval chain link wreath, surrounding a central raised anchor overlaid by crossed swords on a pebbled background, the reverse with a crimped hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked, measuring 39. 73 mm (w) x 45. 77 mm (h), weighing 7. 1 grams, an unusual example in extremely fine condition.