German WWII Infantry Assault Badge in Silver

German WWII Infantry Assault Badge in Silver-This stamped infantry assault badge in silver has a great tone and great details. There are some dark spots of discoloration throughout. It retains the majority of its silver finish on both the obverse and reverse. The silver has toned to an interesting color. The pin assembly is intact and functions perfectly. This badge is unmarked and is a nice deeply stamped example. It is in very condition. This needs a good home.History: The infantry assault badge in silver was introduced on December 20th, 1939 by Generaloberst Walther von Brauchitsh, as an award for officer's and EM/NCO's of non-motorized infantry and Mountain infantry units. The criteria for the badge varied, with the main qualification being the participation in three separate infantry assaults. On June 1st, 1940 a bronze version of this Infantry Assault Badge was introduced as an award to Officer's and EM/NCO's of Motorized infantry units. The criteria for the bronze badge matched those of the silver badge; again, with the main qualification being the participation in three separate motorized infantry assaults.