German Awards - Gang Battle Mark 2. Stage (silver) half-coal

The Bandenkampf sign was established in 3 stages on January 30, 1944 by Hitler's decree. German leaders, Unterführers and soldiers who participated in the bandit struggle were awarded. For the 1st stage in bronze, 20 days of struggle was a prerequisite. The 2nd level in silver was awarded from 50 days of wrestling, and the 3rd level in gold - for 100 days of wrestling. The standings began on 1.1.1943. From 1 May 1944, the days of combat were no longer counted for other battle insignia, such as close-quarters trim. The layout for infantry units was similar to that used for close-range sights. The struggle "man against man" in various cases, such as attack, defense, intelligence units, reports, etc. Gun units were charged with days of direct contact of the enemy with gangs or partisans. The pilots were discharged days under enemy fire upon successful completion of the order. The confirmed launch of the aircraft was estimated at 3 days of operation. Increased work days for aircraft crews. Stage 1 is 30 days, Stage 2 is 75 days, and Stage 3 is 150 days. For guidance, a special sheet was inserted into the soldier's book. Awarding was carried out by certificate. The gold badge was to be awarded only personally by Himmler. However, before that, awards took place, which were reported to the Reichsführer SS. In case of severe injury or death, the badge could be awarded even under conditions that were almost fulfilled. The icon was not refundable. A special shape in gold with diamonds, however, was most likely ordered, but was never awarded. There are 2 existing pieces known, which are called patterns or patterns. Various manufacturers and variants are known. Massive and hollow production, with and without breakthroughs and flat and round needles. Products were made of bronze or zinc.

Openwork made badge of silver-plated or silver-tinted zinc. Rear half with vertical pin.

Front side:

• The edge is formed from an oval ring. Inside and outside is a narrow raised rim.
In the
• upper part, on the left and right, 4 oak leaves with acorns on the inside.
In the
• center is a vertically standing sword. The grip is applied to the boundary.
• At the bottom, the edge is blocked by a petiole with acorns and leaves on the side.
• The blade of the sword is turned over by snakes. In the foreground is a two-headed snake.
• His body, shaped like a W, frames the dead man's head below.
• A total of 5 snake heads can be seen. 2 on the left and 3 on the right, one of them on the edge.
• Under the handle of the sword is a round disk with a double frame.
In
• it is an image of a sun wheel (swastika with rounded cross ends)

Downside:

• Semi-cabbage and silver shade.
• Perpendicular round iron pin.

Front side: icon 2. Stage (silver) half-coal

Reverse: Gang Fighting Badge 2. Stage (silver) half-coal

Established:

January 30, 1944 Adolf Hitler

Awarded:

1944 – 1945

Data:

• Material: tinted zinc, iron needle
• Size: 58.6mm x 49.5mm
• Weight: 28.5g

estimated collector price:

1700 - 1800 € painted in zinc
2900 - 3000 € silver plated in bronze

OEK Number:

4053, 4053/1