Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia visually-hidden sliding aluminum fasteners with oak

sliding aluminum fasteners with oak leaf decorations complete buckle assemblies

1917 and transferred to the 123rd Infantry Battalion in France on April 22nd

Socialist Republic Period 1965-1989

named to “GERHARD BOGISCH” who served with Infanterie-Regiment 395

One named to Walter Witt of Matzwitz

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia visually-hidden sliding aluminum fasteners with oak(SS Mtzenabzeichen 1. Modell). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 32. 98 mm (w) x 29. 64 mm (h), weighing 3. 3 grams, a first pattern example also used as a traditions badge by some Heer units, missing one of two attachment prongs, in better than very fine condition.