WWII German Badges Price Guide

WWII GERMAN HIGH SEAS FLEET BADGE ANATOMY -
This section of the website discusses the anatomy of German badges. Getting an understanding of the elements of the badges and awards will enhance the ability the enthuisiast in determining the authenticity of a item. This information can also be helpful in establishing the age of the collectible.

The information provided here is brought to you courtesy of MilitaryItems.com , providers of military antiques and collectibles to the general public and museums. Come and visit our on-line store.

The badge was given to Kriegsmarine personnel who served with distinction during a 12 week period on a Battleship or Cruiser. The design of the badge consisted of a wreath with a battleship in the center facing forward. The wreath was guilded. The rest of the components were of silver color.


The catch is of thick type. It is directly soldered to the body of the badge.	The hinge is of square type. Heavy duty construction.	The manufacturer markings are placed on the lower section of the back of the badge. The letters that are used are of raised type. Not all of the badges have markings.

If you have an interest is seeing other German military badges, you can do so by going to our German badges identification guide. Where we cover Army, Navy, Luftwaffe and other organizations from various time periods.

This service is provided free of charge to the visitor/enthusiast courtesy of MilitaryItems.com, a company dedicated to the preservation of military history and to providing quality military antiques and collectibles to museums, institutions and the general public.

| | | |