Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, C. 1944 Auction Archive marked "L59" on reverse

marked "L59" on reverse

officially impressed (B

Knight (1910-1913)

Some of Berdan's inventions included the Berdan rifle (a repeating rifle) and the Berdan center fire primer

Germany, Luftwaffe. A Ground Assault Badge, C. 1944 Auction Archive marked "L59" on reverse(Luftwaffe Erdkampfabzeichen). Constructed of silvered and patinated zink; 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 wire pinback, an integrated hinge, and an integrated catch; measuring 42. 17 mm (w) x 55. 35 mm (h); weighing 29. 3 grams; in overall fine condition.