Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz - opinions?

**spielhahnjaeger** · 05-02-2018, 12:14 AM

Haven't had one before that looks like this, so I thought I'd ask the Forum hive mind. Thoughts on this one? Thanks in advance!

**Espenlaub Militaria** · 05-02-2018 12:14 AM

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**BrodieBartfast** · 05-02-2018, 12:32 AM

I can't see anything glaringly wrong with it. the metal under the paint looks a bit 'fresh', but it could simply be a case of the paint coming off more recently. Best to wait for the opinions of some more experienced members, but I do like the look of this one.

B.B.

**Franjo Vuk** · 05-02-2018, 12:32 AM

I dont like how that badge looks at all.

Best regards,
Franko

**spielhahnjaeger** · 05-02-2018, 12:45 AM

by Franjo Vuk

I dont like how that badge looks at all.

Best regards,
Franko

Anything in particular? There are a few details that give me pause - I'm curious if those are standing out to you, as well.

**Franjo Vuk** · 05-02-2018, 01:00 AM

It could be genuine zinc Deschler type 1 black wound badge, actually.

Best regards,
Franko

**rbminis** · 05-02-2018, 04:51 AM

by Franjo Vuk

It could be genuine zinc Deschler type 1 black wound badge, actually.

Best regards,
Franko

Compare with the examples posted in this thread.
Wiedmann/Deschler Verwundetenabzeichen variants
Ralph.

**spunkmaja** · 05-02-2018, 10:37 AM

I do not see any Wiedmann/Deschler DNA in this badge. Maybe it is just the blurry image, but right sword handle is not showing any details. Also, cannot get a match of this badge in my reference library. But that does not say its fake, it could be genuine. But not really for me.

/Jonas

**Franjo Vuk** · 05-02-2018, 11:31 AM

Hi Jonas, I am not sure do you have access to GCA database, but you can find there this example in section of unmarked zinc black wound badges made by known maker. Although that right handle of the sword bothered me as well as roughness of the obverse surface, it seems actually that this badge is rather in bad condition, so that can be some damage and wear off, but pictures also are not the best.

Best regards,
Franko