Germany, Heer. The Soldbuch Of Oberfeldwebel Helmut Schmid (Ek1, Wound Badge In Gold) Auction Archive AND LAW”)

AND LAW”)

It is numbered “16835” on the obverse and “4674” on the reverse

with scattered plating loss and contact marks evident on the crossguard and pommel

white and yellow embroidery on the front

inscribed "1938 / WIEDERSEHENSFEIER / 1

Germany, Heer. The Soldbuch Of Oberfeldwebel Helmut Schmid (Ek1, Wound Badge In Gold) Auction Archive AND LAW”)The Soldbuch is dated to October 9, 1942 and is signed in blue crayon by the deputy company leader of the 12th (Machine Gun) Company of Infantry Regiment 331, Oberleutnant (Senior Lieutenant) Karelsky. Measuring 105 mm (w) x 144 mm (h), with extensive creasing and scuffing of the cover, and period repair of the spine. The body of the book has come loose, but is largely intact, with light soiling. Overall in fine condition. Footnote: Helmut Schmid was