Army Bronze Drivers Proficiency Badge

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Am unissued Heer - 1. Stufe Kraftfahrbewährungsabzeichen in Bronze. Awarded upon completing specific award criteria in recognizing driver efforts, ability and vehicle maintenance. It is constructed out of a die stamped steel base that has been bronze washed and lacquered. The obverse features, in bronze; a steering wheel above a textured background surrounded by a laurel leaf wreath with stems to the bottom. It is attached to a round green (army) wool background. The reverse features a glued-on paper backing. It measures 2 7/16 inches in diameter. a pebbled background which is surrounded by a leaf wreath and green wool. The obverse is secured to the wool with two prongs that are folded over around plate and a finishing paper backing is then applied. Nice bronze wash remains. A great piece to add to any Heer collection!