German WWII Infantry Assault Badge in Silver-This would be worn by Army or SS members. This is a solid example of a silver IAB in good condition. The finish is mostly intact on the obverse, and reverse. The silver has a nice tone. This badge has great details and shows only light wear. The pin setup functions as intended. This is a good example of a desirable award.
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.