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WWII GERMAN BADGE - 25 YEAR VETERAN PIN
The Third Reich developed a fairly strong veteran's association. It was designed to provide assistance to
veterans of WWII and previous conflicts. It helped the ex-soldiers with medical and social services. It
held functions a place where individuals could mingle and, towards the end of the war, enlisted individuals
to provide Germany's last line of defense against invading forces.
The item featured here is a WWII German 25th anniversary veteran pin. the design of the badge consists
of an oval shape wreath with a shield in its center and a black circle at the top. The circle displays
the number 25.
The shield is of enamel construction. It features a black color light house, sitting atop a red
triangle with a black swastika. Of pin back construction. The back shows the words 'Ges Gesch".
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German badges and awards. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII German badge worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the badges and awards is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
badges in the collector's market is illustrated.
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This award is currently being reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this badge. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the badge.
If you have an interest is seeing other badges and awards of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Badges and Awards
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine) and
Air Force (Luftwaffe) items.
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