Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction Archive reverse marked with RZM control

reverse marked with RZM control code however illegible due to wear

the reverse with an inscription of “FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IM ZOLLGRENZSCHUTZ” (“FOR FAITHFUL SERVICE IN BORDER PROTECTION”)

in bronze gilt and deep pink enamels

1876 in Chorlton

A textbook example of a fine quality uniform removed Wehrmacht Heer (Army) breast eagle

Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction Archive reverse marked with RZM controlConstructed 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.