Germany, Federal Republic. A Special Grade Tank Badge For 25 Engagements, 1957 Version Hold embossed with “Verdienstkreuz I

embossed with “Verdienstkreuz I

where he would remain for the next thirty-four days

the reverse inscribed “Für treue Dienste im Reichsarbeitsdienst” (German - For loyal service in the National Labour Service) on a loop for suspension from a correct replacement ribbon

along with eight Ribbon Bars (one with a swing bar

Germany, Federal Republic. A Special Grade Tank Badge For 25 Engagements, 1957 Version Hold embossed with “Verdienstkreuz I(Panzerkampfabzeichen mit Einsatzzahl 50). Constructed of bronze, the obverse consisting of an oval oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by a raised plaque bearing a number 25, with a central Panzerkampfwagen IV with treads extending over the edge of the wreath, the reverse with two visible rivets holding the obverse tank in place, with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a flat wire catch, unmarked, measuring 46. 50 mm (w) x 55. 16