German Army Metal Cap Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia

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SKU: 20.GOR.03.01.01.02.002.000

Estimated market value:

$50 USD

  • German Army Metal Cap Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia Obverse
  • German Army Metal Cap Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia Reverse
  • German Army Metal Cap Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia Reverse

Estimated market value:

$50 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Composition
    Silvered Metal
  • Size
    65x40mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A visor cap constructed of silvered feinzink in the shape of an open-ended oak wreath, composed of four upward facing leaves on each side, with acorns and a ribbon tied at the bottom centre, with a tri-colour cockade placed in the centre of the wreath, marked with “1” on reverse indicating manufacturer Deschler & Sohn, measuring 63 mm (w) x 39 mm (h), missing one prong, but in overall very fine condition.

History


The Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia shows the national cockade in red, white, and black. It is accompanied by a wreath of oak leaves surrounding it that is open at the top.

Insignia were either embroidered, or made of aluminum or other metals. Since January 1, 1943 caps for General ranks had gilt insignia.

The Cockade & Oak Leaves Insignia was usually complemented by the Eagle Insignia, and when one was embroidered, the other one was supposed to be as well, or both were supposed to be made of metal. However, a mixture of metal and embroidery was often worn, contrary to regulations.

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