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WWII GERMAN TROPICAL HAT SHIELDS
This is a set German WWII tropical hat/helmet shields. As issued to Afrika Korps (DAK) troops. Where the weather conditions are much hotter than other theaters of combat. This demanded lighter type uniforms and equipment.

The design consists of two metal shields. One of them displays the national colors. The other has an eagle. The wings are retracted. With very nice plumeage. The head faces to the left. Standing over a swastika.

The back of the shiels have three prongs each. This is how the emblems are attached top the tropical helmet.


This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German hats. 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 hat worth?". A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the hats is reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German headgear in the collector's market is illustrated.

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This hat eagle 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 hat. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the headgear.



If you have an interest is seeing other headgear of the Third Reich, you can do so by going to our WWII German Headgear identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine), Air Force (Luftwaffe), political and other organizations.



PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION

The value for WWII German headgear and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.

Year 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Value $180.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Availability Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium
Invest Grade B B B B B


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