Germany. A Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge United Republic of very rare Austrian Imperial Air

very rare Austrian Imperial Air Force squadron badge

both cleaned and better than extremely fine

60 mm x 89 mm inclusive of the wreath suspension

Shield in gilded zinc

Germany. A Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge United Republic of very rare Austrian Imperial Air(Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered bronze and silvered tombac; the obverse with an oval oak leaf wreath with a ribbon on the bottom and a Luftwaffe eagle with outspread wings on the top, with a cloud towards the top and a lightning bolt striking the ground; the reverse plain, with a vertical pinback and a functional hinge catch assembly; unmarked; measuring 42. 98 mm (w) x 55. 86 mm (h); weighing 37. 6 grams; with some of its original silver