WWII GERMAN SS UNIFORM BUTTON -
The Schutzstaffel (translated to Protection Squadron or defence corps, abbreviated SS—or with stylized "Armanen"
Sig runes) was a major paramilitary organization under Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party. Built upon the Nazi
ideology, the SS under Heinrich Himmler's command was responsible for many of the crimes against humanity during
World War II (1939–1945). After 1945, the SS was banned in Germany, along with the Nazi Party, as a criminal
organization.
This is a German WWII
aluminum
button. As issued to build SS
uniforms. The face of
the button is pebbled. The back of the button has several markings which include the SS
runnes surrounded by a circle. Manufactured by S.H.Uco. The number 39 is also stamped
indicating the year of manufacturing.
This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German cloth insignia. 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 patch worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the cloth insignia is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
patches and cloth insignia in the collector's market is illustrated.
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Cloth insignia 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 uniform. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the uniform.
If you have an interest is seeing other uniforms of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Cloth Insignia
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe), political, police and other cloth insignia.
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