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WWII German Stickpin - Honor Medal for German Welfare -
This is a German WWII stick pin. These items were issued to military, civilian and political individuals for various reasons.
In the case of military personnel, a stickpin was given along with a full size award. The soldier could wear the stick pin
instead of having to sport the full size badge.
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The German state had a welfare organization
designed to help its popukation. This stickpin was issued to individuals who earned the Honor
Welfare medal.
Authorized on May 1st 1939. It was issued to recognize examplarary work performed in the
service of welfare.
The design of the stick pin consisted of a round metal shape with a cross in the center. An eagle is
placed in the middle of the cross. The wings are retracted. The plumeage is defined by two rows. The
upper one is short. The lower one is long. The eagle is clutching a wreath with a swastika in the
center.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German Stick Pins. 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 stickpin worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the Stickpins is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
stick pins in the collector's market is illustrated.
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The back of the stick pin does not have any
manufacturer markings .
It does have writting that reads MEDAILLE FUR DEUTSCHE DOLKSFLEGE.
The pin is attached directly to the
main body in the upper section.
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This stickpin may be 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 stick pins of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Stick Pins
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine), Air Force (Luftwaffe),
Political, Police and many other items.
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