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WWII German Stickpin - 1933 Commercial Exhibition -
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 design of the pin consists of a "U" shape with a swastika at the top. The date 1933
is placed next to the swastika with the number 19 on the left and 33 on the right. The
center of the pin is solid and reads DENKT DEUTSCH KAUFT DEUTSCH. Which translates to
"Think German Buy German". The outer perimeter has the phrase BRAUNE AUSSTELLUNG
KAISERSLAUTERN written. Which translates to "Brown Exhibition KAISERSLAUTERN"
This is an early Third Reich stickpin issued to individuals who attended the commercial
fair where German products are being promoted. This is one of the many activities promoted
by the Nazi party as a means to boost the sagging German economy of the time.
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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 stickpin is marked with the
manufacturer's logo
which reads F. MANNHEIM K'LATTERN. The
pin is attached to a round metal
piece which in turn is secured to the main body.
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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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