Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge Auction the tab with the embossed

the tab with the embossed maker mark stamp "Ekso Prima"

the clip secured in place where the belt folds over and is stitched in place on the reverse

very dark attractive patina from age

Neilson was awarded the Military Medal for actions in the Ypres Salient in early April 1916

Germany, Imperial. A Silver Grade Wound Badge Auction the tab with the embossed(Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber). Constructed of silvered bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval and hollowed laurel wreath, with a central Stahlhelm on top of crossed swords, the reverse with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, unmarked, measuring 37. 36 mm (h) x 42. 33 mm (h), weighing 6. 7 grams, in very fine condition.