Germany, Federal Republic. A Wound Badge, Black Grade, 1957 Issue United Republic of dated "312" on the lower

dated "312" on the lower arm of the cross (the date that Emperor Constantine converted to Christianity)

White was one of almost two hundred recipients of the Medal of Bravery

maker marked "DRAGO PARIS" and marked "DÉPOSÉ" (Deposit) on the reverse

administration

the ribbon of the VM loose versus the suspension

Germany, Federal Republic. A Wound Badge, Black Grade, 1957 Issue United Republic of dated "312" on the lower(Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz, 1957). An oval shaped blackened metal alloy; the obverse pebbled with a Stahlhelm superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom, the reverse plain with a slender vertical pinback, with a functional hinge catch assembly, measuring 37. 03 mm (w) x 44. 29 mm (h), weighing 12. 2 grams, and in near very fine condition.