Germany, Wehrmacht. A Demjansk Shield GTRexclude broken clasp on the pinback

broken clasp on the pinback

opening with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release and a functional metal hinge

Leutennant of the Reserve fatally crashed on April 24th

5 x 15 / 14

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Demjansk Shield GTRexclude broken clasp on the pinback(rmelschild Demjansk). Constructed of magnetic metal, the obverse consisting of a shield bearing central raised and crossed swords, above a date of 1942 and overlaying a central monoplane, topped by an inscription of DEMJANSK and German national eagle flanked by log pillboxes, the reverse retaining two of four original clips formerly securing the shield to a backplate and wool liner, both of which have been lost to time, unmarked, measuring 50. 65 mm