Eastern Front Medal with Issue Packet

An original German campaign medal "Winterschlact im Osten 1941/42" (winter war in the East). Also known as the Ostmedaille or Eastern Front medal. Die cast zinc with darkened centre along with silvered rim and helmet. Silver finish faded. Ribbon jump ring maker marked. Period ribbon of good length. The award complete with issue packet, as torn open by the recipient. Stamped L/52 Zimmermann.