Germany, Third Reich. A Unique Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 Commemorative Badge United Republic of constructed of black wool

constructed of black wool

a scarce example of ephemera addressed to personnel of the guards and staff of Führer’s Obersalzberg retreat in extremely fine condition

0mm(width) x 41mm(height)

centre applique presents a hexagram with three lines red enameling translating into Flame

The Wehrpaß is dated to August 29

Germany, Third Reich. A Unique Honour Cross of the World War 1914/1918 Commemorative Badge United Republic of constructed of black wool(Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkrieges 1914 1918 Erinnerungsabzeichen). Constructed of blackened magnetic iron, consisting of a Cross Patte, the obverse bearing central wreathed dates 1914 1918, the reverse with a horizontal pinback, unmarked, measuring 30 mm (w) x 30 mm (h), executed in a patinated style omitting swords consistent with official awards issued to war bereaved, a unique example in extremely fine condition.