A finely detailed silvered badge depicting a destroyer plowing through heavy seas, surrounded by a gilt oak-leaf wreath and surmounted by the Wehrmacht eagle. The reverse is unmarked, fitted with a block hinge, tapered pin, and round wire catch. Instituted in 1940, the Destroyer War Badge was awarded to Kriegsmarine sailors and officers for participation in naval engagements or for being wounded in action aboard a destroyer or other qualifying warship. Approx. 2.175 x 1.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Walter Redling, Encino, Ca. Pickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Gardnerville, NV. It can also be delivered to the Annex Auctions facility for pick up in Sacramento for $25 pre invoice. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. Very Good. Silvered surfaces lightly toned from age, gilt wreath retaining strong color; pin and hinge mechanism original and secure.