Offered here is a high-quality reproduction of the German Infantry Assault Badge with “100” counter (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen mit Zahl 100), a late-war variant of one of the Wehrmacht’s most recognized combat awards.

The badge features the classic oval oak-leaf wreath enclosing the Wehrmacht eagle clutching a national emblem, with crossed rifle and bayonet at the center. At the base is the raised “100” numeral, denoting repeated participation in infantry assaults.

This example is clearly marked “JFS” on the reverse and is post-war manufacture, intended for display, reference, or reenactment use. It is not an original wartime award.

Historical Context

The Infantry Assault Badge was introduced in December 1939 to recognize frontline infantrymen who took part in direct ground combat. As the war progressed, numbered versions (25, 50, 75, and 100) were created to acknowledge exceptionally high levels of combat participation.

The “100” grade, instituted in 1944, was awarded only to soldiers who had participated in 100 separate infantry assaults—making original examples extraordinarily rare and among the most elusive German combat decorations of the Second World War.

Because of that rarity, most surviving examples encountered today are post-war reproductions, produced for collectors, museums, and historical study.

Construction & Details

• Type: Reproduction / display badge

• Material: Cast metal with applied antiqued finish

• Reverse: Vertical pin-back with block hinge and catch

• Maker Mark: “JFS” (post-war, non-period maker)

• Condition: Very good display condition; minor surface wear consistent with handling and storage

• Era Represented: German Army (Heer), late WWII
  

Important Notes

• This badge is not an original WWII-issued decoration

• Sold strictly as a reproduction / historical reference piece

• Ideal for:

  • Display collections

  • Reenactment impressions

  • Educational or comparative study

  • Shadow boxes or themed WWII displays