Original German WWI Model 1917 n/A Inert Egg Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Eierhandgranate Antique Cartridge Firearms The badge was one of

The badge was one of the few political decorations that the armed forces allowed to freely be displayed on a military uniform

Colorized photograph of Stephens with 3 place ribbon bar similar to one in this group

and a Schwarz (black) velvet cap band

but otherwise it is in great shape

All of the other examples we have had indicated manufacture by Richardson & Overman of Philadelphia

Original German WWI Model 1917 n/A Inert Egg Hand Fragmentation Grenade - Eierhandgranate Antique Cartridge Firearms The badge was one ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a totally inert non functional genuine WWI grenade. The Eierhandgranate ("egg hand grenade") is the name given to a model of a hand thrown fragmentation grenade manufactured in Germany, also known as Mod. 1917. A similar grenade called the Model 39 grenade was later introduced by Germany and used in World War II. Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar devices, which are cut or