Original German WWII Crimea Krim Shield Decoration with Rusted Back Plate - Krimschild Spanish Ordnance It looks like there was

It looks like there was a bit of light oxidation at a time

but it is quite rusted

the standard Gahendras have barrels formed on a mandrel by twisting straps of iron around the mandrel and lap welding them together

together with Crowned silver Eagle topped bronze (Tombac) helmet

Original German WWII Crimea Krim Shield Decoration with Rusted Back Plate - Krimschild Spanish Ordnance It looks like there wasOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice service used example of a German Krimschild metal shield award, which has been removed from a uniform, so at present there is no fabric included. The shield is actually in good shape, with all the detail still present, showing lots of the original gold wash still present, except on the right side, which shows some oxidation. It is made from brass or bronze with brass clips, and really is a great