Germany, Imperial. An Observer’s Badge in Silver certificate_of_authenticity on loop for suspension -

on loop for suspension - marked “44” for “Jacob Bengel

4th Regiment (die-stamped bronze gilt with a black enamelled numeral

the promotion confirmed by the Senate

distinguished

Germany, Imperial. An Observer’s Badge in Silver certificate_of_authenticity on loop for suspension -(Beobachterabzeichen in Silber). Constructed of silver with multi coloured enamels, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, topped by a German State Crown, surrounding a central red enameled square medallion bearing a black and white checkered centrepiece, overlaying a ribbed void, the reverse with two visible prongs securing the obverse medallion in position, with a raised barrel hinge