Germany, Heer. A Krim Shield, Heer Issue United Republic of dated marked "k" (1909) and

dated marked "k" (1909) and maker marked "Mn&Wb" (Mappin & Webb) on the reverse

scuffs and contact marks

incorporating a two-piece construction

The awards with red distinction were awarded in recognition of courage and effective actions in overseas combat

Germany, Heer. A Krim Shield, Heer Issue United Republic of dated marked "k" (1909) and(Krimschild). Constructed of zink, the obverse consisting of a shield bearing a detailed map of Crimea and southern Ukraine, topped by a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, flanked by dates 1941 1942, affixed to a zink backplate with a field grey wool patch, with two of four reverse attachment prongs intact, unmarked, the shield measuring 52. 02 mm (w) x 61. 96 mm (h), in very fine condition.