German WWII HJ Membership Diamond 98K Combat Bayonets and 12 ½ inches (31

and 12 ½ inches (31

This patch has had a white backing added

During World War II Harlinghausen flew combat missions even as a staff officer

The brown leather scabbard is in sound condition with some spots of leather missing

18 years (2nd Class-silver cross)

German WWII HJ Membership Diamond 98K Combat Bayonets and 12 ½ inches (31German WWII HJ Membership Diamond This would be a later example, as this is painted instead of having the enamel. The paint looks very good, there is no scuffing or finish loss. The pebbling on the red of the diamond is nicely detailed. The zinc on the reverse has a dark tone. But you can still read the RZM mark, M1 42 for the maker Kerbach & Israel of Dresden. The pin setup unctions as it should. This is a well marked, handsome badge.