Imperial German Silver Wound Badge Miniature Stickpin – WWI Era

A remarkably detailed diminutive veteran's piece, this silver-grade Wound Badge stickpin captures the iconic imagery of the Great War in miniature. Perfect for a lapel or a specialized display of "Patriotica," this small but powerful symbol represents the sacrifice of a soldier wounded multiple times in service to the Kaiser.

The German Wound Badge (Verwundetenabzeichen) was instituted on March 3, 1918, by Kaiser Wilhelm II to recognize the sacrifices of his soldiers. This silver grade specifically denoted three or four wounds received during combat. Miniature versions like this stickpin were privately purchased by veterans for wear on civilian suits or formal lapels, allowing them to quietly display their record of service and sacrifice long after they had returned from the front.

• The Badge: A highly detailed miniature of the Silver Wound Badge. It features the classic WWI-style Stahlhelm (steel helmet) superimposed over crossed swords, all set within a dense laurel wreath tied with a ribbon at the base.
• Material: Struck in a silver-toned metal—likely a "war metal" alloy with a high-quality silver wash—to denote the silver grade.
• The Pin: It is mounted on a long, slender, silver-toned stickpin. The pin features a "twisted" or knurled section in the center designed to provide extra grip when passed through the fabric of a lapel.
• Scale: As noted, this is a very small item, specifically designed as a discreet civilian dress miniature.

The stickpin is in excellent condition. The details on the miniature badge remain crisp, from the texture of the laurel leaves to the profile of the helmet. The silver wash is largely intact with a pleasing light patina and no significant oxidation. The pin remains straight and the knurling is sharp.

This piece is a classic example of WWI Imperial German veteran’s jewelry and has been sourced from a collection of fine miniature awards.