Germany, Wehrmacht. An Unusual Totenkopf Traditions Badge visually-hidden measuring 457 mm in width

measuring 457 mm in width x 365 mm and 460 mm in width x 363 mm in height respectively

overlaid by a German national eagle clutching a mobile swastika

52mm(w) x 58

handled his section and gun magnificently throughout the attack

January 30

Germany, Wehrmacht. An Unusual Totenkopf Traditions Badge visually-hidden measuring 457 mm in width(Totenkopf Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, unmarked, measuring 32 mm (w) x 26 mm (h), both of the attachment prongs are missing and the base metal demonstrates a consistent and pleasing patina, an unusual style worn as a traditions badges by Freikorps, Reichswehr, and some Wehrmacht (Heer) units in very fine condition.