German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by AUSF-This is a choice example of a CCC in bronze. The finish on this is beautifully in place. The backplate is in place and looks very good. This one is nicely marked for Ausf A.G.M.u.K. of Gablonz. Again, this is in choice condition. $
History: The Close Combat Clasp series of awards were introduced on November 25th, 1942, for award to personnel who fought in hand-to-hand combat situations unsupported by armor. The Clasp was issued in three grades of Bronze, Silver and Gold with each successive grade signifying more days spent in hand-to-hand or close combat. Criteria for award of the clasps consisted of fifteen days of hand-to-hand combat for bestowal of the bronze clasp, thirty days of hand-to-hand combat for bestowal of the silver clasp and fifty days of hand-to-hand combat for bestowal of the gold clasp. There was also a prescribed, combat to time served ratio, enabling long serving personnel to be eligible for award of a clasp.