WW2 German War Merit Cross 1st Class Breast Badge – Without Swords WWII Italian army medal desirable piece from Britain’s oldest

desirable piece from Britain’s oldest infantry regiment

and is crafted in the traditional Swiss military style

Features include:

a white metal Crown

An original other ranks cap badge of The Gloucestershire Regiment

WW2 German War Merit Cross 1st Class Breast Badge – Without Swords WWII Italian army medal desirable piece from Britain’s oldestOriginal WW2 German War Merit Cross 1st Class (Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse) breast badge in silvered tombac, featuring the Maltese style cross with raised edges and a pebbled center. This is the version without swords, awarded for exceptional service behind the lines or in civilian roles contributing to the war effort. Reverse has a functioning pin back fitting and retains original finish with some age appropriate toning. The pin seems to be maker