Germany, Ss. A First Pattern Totenkopf Cap Insignia Newly Listed London Gazette 31225 on March

London Gazette 31225 on March 12

a senior helper’s badge

soiling present on the upper

with the dates 1914 1916

(Medaillen und Verleihungsurkunden)

Germany, Ss. A First Pattern Totenkopf Cap Insignia Newly Listed London Gazette 31225 on March(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern SS Totenkopf, with prominent spaced teeth and sutures executed in high relief, the reverse with one of two attachment prongs intact, unmarked, measuring 32. 46 mm (w) x 29. 33 mm (h), weighing 2. 0 grams, although most of the obverse silver finish has been lost the patina continues to give the insignia a striking appearance, in overall very fine condition.