WW2 German War Merit Medal Full Size No Ribbon

The WW2 German War Merit Medal Full Size No Ribbon is an original decoration issued by Germany during the Second World War. Instituted on 19 August 1940, the War Merit Medal (Kriegsverdienstmedaille) was awarded to civilians and non-combatant personnel for exceptional service to the war effort. The medal features a circular bronze design, measuring approximately 32 mm in diameter, with a depiction of a Maltese cross and central swastika on the obverse. The reverse is inscribed with “Für Kriegsverdienst 1939” (“For War Merit 1939”). This listing is for the full-sized medal only and does not include the original ribbon. The War Merit Medal was commonly presented to factory workers, technical staff, and other contributors who supported military operations in non-combat roles. This item represents a piece of WWII-era German militaria, suitable for historical study or collection focused on military awards and decorations.