Germany. A Hj Proficiency Badge, Silver Grade, By Karl Wurster, Lüdenscheid Buy Now north of Souchez

north of Souchez

was discharged on August 14th

to evaluate the German U-Boats

Japanese markings on the blade's obverse

Weighs (with ribbon) 18

Germany. A Hj Proficiency Badge, Silver Grade, By Karl Wurster, Lüdenscheid Buy Now north of Souchez(Leistungsabzeichen der HJ in Silber). Constructed of silvered zink; the obverse consisting of an upward pointing arrow with a broad ring at the base, inscribed Fr Leistungen der HJ (German For Proficiency in the HJ), with a mobile swastika centrally oriented between the ring; vertical pinback; maker marked RZM M1 34 for Karl Wurster, Ldenscheid on the reverse; measuring 30 mm (w) x 51 mm (h); in overall very fine condition.