GROUP OF GERMAN WWI & WWII MEDALS AND BADGES

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373. GROUP OF GERMAN WWI & WWII MEDALS AND BADGES | Large assortment of German military and patriotic insignia spanning the WWI and WWII periods. Includes 1914?1918 Honor Crosses, War Merit Cross with swords, War Merit Medal, two Panzer Assault Badges, commemorative and organization pins, ribbon bars, stickpins and related pieces. Several medals retain original ribbons, with two War Merit awards accompanied by their paper packets. | 4.5" h. | Assorted age-related wear, toning and oxidation. Ribbons show some light soiling and wear. Paper packets have expected creasing and edge wear. Overall (Very Good to Excellent Condition) | $400 - $600

Condition
Assorted age-related wear, toning and oxidation. Ribbons show some light soiling and wear. Paper packets have expected creasing and edge wear. Overall (Very Good to Excellent Condition)