Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction Archive retaining a period original backplate

retaining a period original backplate and washer

Insignia in silvered zinc

the medal demonstrating minor loss of finish and extensive material fatigue is visible to the case which has also lost its lid

The former Kingdom of Italy and the current Italian Republic also did not recognize the order as a legal entity but tolerates it as a private body

Matrosen-Division (1st Seamen Division) Kiel

Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction Archive retaining a period original backplateConstructed of stamped aluminum, the obverse consisting of a circular oak leaf wreath, joined together at both the top and bottom by ribbon, bearing a central red disc overlaid by a black swastika highlighted with a silver frame, the edges perforated with six eyelets for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 60 mm in diameter, in extremely fine condition.