Two kinds of Wound Badge, Vienna Hauptmünzamt?

[Frank Heukemes]

Dear all,

I hope this will prove an interesting topic. I have two "30" marked Golden Wound Badges in my collection (maker Hauptmünzamt Wien). While both look authentic and come from good sources, they feature completely different finishes and hinge/pin/catch constructions. However, both are Buntmetall. Any insights or items to compare?
1st one, bright yellow-golden finish, pin tapers from top to bottom.


2nd one, greenish-golden finish, flat pin, has same broadth from top to bottom.


Cheers, Frank

[Frank Heukemes]

Just checked Chris Varveris´website and found the answer there, both constructions are fine. Geez, I should have done this before posting here, but maybe you also enjoyed the pics.

Cheers and thanks to Chris for this excellent reference website.

Frank

[Frank Heukemes]

Sorry, forgot to mention Javier Garcia as well as a co-creator of that wound badges website. Kudos go to both Chris and Javier. Can´t wait until you get that Imperial portion of it going!

Cheers, Frank