WWII German Wound Badge in Black

Country: German

Era: WWII (1939-1945) 

Material: Pressed steel or zinc (blackened finish)

Awarded For: 

-1-2 combat wounds

-Or injury from hostile action (including air raids) 

Design Details:

Stahlhelm with swastika (correct wartime design) 

Crossed swords behind helmet

Laurel wreath border

Vertical pin & barrel hinge on reverse (typical wartime hardware)

Heavy surface wear & finish loss consistent with age