US$ 24.00
17 mm x 38
and includes loss of finish to the bronze features
all four prongs that attach the shield to the backing plate intact underneath the fabric
with minor oxidation and loss of finish evident
along with scattered greening present on the obverse
Germany, Wehrmacht. A Close Combat Clasp, Silver Grade, By C.e. Juncker Newly Listed 17 mm x 38(Nahkampfspange in Silber). Constructed of silvered zink, the obverse consisting of a central square oak leaf wreath, topped by a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a mobile swastika, above a crossed bayonet and stick grenade, flanked on each side by four oak leaves and sun rays with acorns, the reverse with a flat wire catch, maker marked C. E. JUNCKER, BERLIN, measuring 96. 57 mm (w) x 25. 50 mm (h), weighing 22. 0 grams, the clasp is missing its hinge,