WW2 German Panzer Assault Badge Maker AS Adolf Scholze

The WW2 German Panzer Assault Badge, attributed to the maker Adolf Scholze (AS), is a military decoration instituted by the Wehrmacht in December 1939. Awarded to tank crew members, armoured reconnaissance units, and certain other personnel, the badge recognized participation in armoured assaults. The badge typically features an oval oak leaf wreath topped with the German eagle and swastika, with a prominent Panzer IV tank motif in the center. This variant is identified by the “AS” maker’s mark on the reverse, indicating manufacture by Adolf Scholze, a known producer of various German military awards during the Second World War. Composed primarily of zinc or sometimes earlier tombac alloys, these badges often exhibit a silver or darkened finish, with a flat, solid or hollow-back construction depending on the period of manufacture. The fastening mechanism generally consists of a vertical pin and catch. This badge is sought after by collectors for its historical significance and distinct maker attribution.