Historical information

The Silver War Badge was issued in the United Kingdom and the British Empire to service personnel who had been honourably discharged due to wounds or sickness from military service in World War I. The badge, sometimes known as the "Discharge Badge", the "Wound Badge" or "Services Rendered Badge", was first issued in September 1916, along with an official certificate of entitlement.

Significance

WW1 1914-1918, badge for services rendered, known as the wounds badge.

Physical description

Round sterling silver lapel badge. Measures 30x30mm. Has a Crown inscribed with the words "For King and Empire for Services Rendered".

Inscriptions & markings

For King and Empire For Services Rendered. Crown inscribed.