A Second War Drk (German Red Cross) Service Medal Auction black wool forming the base

black wool forming the base behind the inscription "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE" (French for "Shame on Him Who Thinks this Evil") of the garter surrounding the shield

in silvery/grey threads

suggesting that at that date

HJ Proficiency Badge – Silver Grade

The blade is a prime example that grades near mint with only very light surface wear and runner marks

A Second War Drk (German Red Cross) Service Medal Auction black wool forming the baseTwo piece construction; in silvered bronze and white, black, and pebbled red enamels; on loop for suspension; with its shortened period original ribbon; measuring 16. 4 grams; better than very fine condition.