A Waterloo Period King's German Legion; 3Rd Line Battalion Button Auction residue in the recessed areas

residue in the recessed areas of the cypher from cleaning

As a Company Leader in the infantry he proved to be a model of bravery and commitment as well as constantly caring for his troops

with unique set up on reverse (Frank Heukemes in his book on General Assault Badge calls this type as “unknown maker #10” – see page 294-295 for same type of badge)

weighs 74 grams

on original non-combatant ribbon

A Waterloo Period King's German Legion; 3Rd Line Battalion Button Auction residue in the recessed areasMetal with a gold coloured gilt, non magnetic, obverse with a crown above the inscription "K. G. L 3", reverse maker marked "I. McGOWAN GERRARD St LONDON", 19 mm, intact loop, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine.