Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia Republic of A bookkeeper from Sunderland

A bookkeeper from Sunderland

The three stars on the obverse are symbolic of the three wounds received by Brigadier Sampaio at the Battle of Tuiuti in 1866 against Paraguay

on July 30th

with a moderate chip in the enamels on the six o’clock arm as well as very shallow flaking in select spots in the enamels on the reverse

the obverse centre bears a national eagle with outstretched wings clutchung a wreathed swastika in its talons

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia Republic of A bookkeeper from Sunderland(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 33. 73 mm (w) x 30. 23 mm (h), weighing 7. 8 grams, demonstrating minor loss of finish, in near extremely fine condition.