Fallschirmjager Badge Unmarked Friedrich Lindner | Cased

Rare to Market

Discounted to £900 (was £1250)

By instruction of the consigner

Fallschirmjäger (Paratrooper) badge manufactured by Friedrich Lindner with case. This example being earlier production. The badge with silvered wreath and mercuric gilt eagle/swastika. The reverse with the typical dome rivets. The reverse without manufacturer name, but die type known to be by Friedrich Lindner. Typical needle pin assembly. The case of issue in dark blue faux leatherette and with a gold blocked designation to the lid. Interior with blue flocked base, along with blue silk roof.

Condition report: Badge with 95% finish remaining. The reverse with signs of having an owners name scratched out. Bottom hook repaired wand with some solder showing. The case in overall very good condition. Some age to the gold blocking in places. Interior in excellent condition. The hinge silk intact.detached. Case fastener functioning.

Provenance: Acquired by the consigner from the German medal dealer, Detlev Niemann in 2005. The Niemann photo expertise included in the sale.