Order Of The Iron Crown Auction Archive This type of cloth badge

This type of cloth badge was worn by members of the SS Gebirgstruppen (Mountain Troops)

in 18K GOLD and enamels

Third Reich: Faithful Service Cross

Contained within original case of issue (unmarked)

marked L/53 on reverse for Hymmen & Co

Order Of The Iron Crown Auction Archive This type of cloth badgeStar First Class with War Decoration (KD), in silver, silver gilt (KD wreath), GOLD and enameled center. Star measures 92mm. Hallmarked on reverse "VINC MAYER? S SOHNE WIEN", also marked "AA" on the pin. Star of finest quality make, superb workmanship throughout, toned, circa 1915 16. Enamels intact, in extremely fine condition. Scarce.