Submarine Clasp, in Bronze

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SKU: 01.GTR.0909.102.01.000

Estimated market value:

$1100 USD

  • Submarine Clasp, in Bronze Obverse
  • Submarine Clasp, in Bronze Obverse
  • Submarine Clasp, in Bronze Reverse
  • Submarine Clasp, in Bronze Reverse

Estimated market value:

$1100 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Germany
  • Makers
    C. Schwerin & Sohn, Berlin
  • Composition
    Bronzed Zinc
  • Size
    76.5x24mm

Physical Description and Item Details


A textbook example of a second war German Bronze Grade “U-Boot-Frontspange”; in bronze; the obverse with a central laurel wreath with a side profile of a submarine superimposed above two crossed swords, and with six laurel wreaths on either side of the wreath; horizontal tapered pinback with an integral hinge and a crimped round wire catch; maker marked “Schwerin, Berlin” and designer marked “Peekhaus” on the reverse; measuring 76.47 mm x 24.02 mm; weighing 18.8 grams; with approximately 95% of the original finish intact; a gently worn example in near mint condition.

History


The Submarine Clasp was instituted by Grand Admiral Dönitz on May 15th, 1944, and was conferred upon U-Boat crewmen in recognition of their unwavering bravery and valour. Recipients were recommended for conferral by their commander. The necessary requirements are unknown.

This clasp is also known as the U-Boat Combat Clasp and the Submarine Front Clasp.

The initial clasp design was submitted by Wilhelm Ernst Peekhaus of Berlin.

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