German WW2 Krim Shield Badge in Gold, 1943
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This item depicted in the images is a rare German WW2 campaign shield award. This badge, which was worn by personnel awarded with the item on the upper left sleeve, was issued to German soldiers who participated in the battles around the KRIM pocket in Russia in 1943. For sample we put a photo with the same shield and uniform is selling on other auction. Date Instituted of the shield: September 21, 1943 Awarded To: Luftwaffe and Kriegsmarine personnel were awarded the shield based on a fairly complicated point system. Each recipient was entitled to five copies of the award, and more could be purchased, if needed. Qualifications: To serve in the bridgehead for 60 days, been wounded while serving, and engaged in a major operation while at the bridgehead Number Awarded: 5 awarded to each recipient, more purchased if needed Grades/Variations: The shield was struck in sheet metal or zinc and treated with a bronzed wash. A back plate, which held in place a piece of cloth matching the recipients branch of service, was applied to the shield. Reference: Detlev Niemann in inchesPrice Guide. Orders and decorations Germany inches, 2004, page 576, catalogue price is 100 EURO - 13 years ago !! Combined shipping is available. Our Buyer 's Premium is ZERO - 0% !! Start price is $1. Our reserve price is VERY LOW !!
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German WW2 Krim Shield Badge in Gold, 1943
Estimate $280 - $300
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