Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic In 18K Gold gilt with

In 18K Gold gilt with red

maker marked "Hofkunstanstalt und Ordenfabrik JACOB LESER Straubing

measuring 7 cm (w) x 9 cm (l) x 2

Carpenter Worker at Tissages Guerry-Dupéray and Son

He arrived at the Canadian Base Depot in France on September 12th

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic In 18K Gold gilt with(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.