Monday 3rd August - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
Monday 3rd August - Antiques, Jewellery, Militaria, Coins, Vinyl, Toys, Ceramics, Collectables
A group of military shoulder boards, of the style associated with the German Wachregiment Berlin from the mid-20th century. Each board is constructed with a black wool central field, bordered by silver-tone wire braid with interwoven black thread accents. The boards are mounted onto dark green wool backings and are of the sew-in variety, featuring reinforced buttonholes at the rounded terminals. Each board is embellished with two silver-tone four-pointed star pips and a central gothic letter A monogram in white metal. The combination of the silver braid and two pips is consistent with the rank of Oberfeldwebel or a similar senior non-commissioned officer grade. Information from the seller is that this WW2 item is thought to have belonged to, A M Crozier PTE who was born 29th December 1905. Who served in the local and then National Fire Service (AFS) part time from January 1939 until 17/8/1944.He joined the armed forces at the age of 38 on 15/2/1944 and was posted out in Europe, It believed this was collected when he was in Germany. We strongly suggest you view the items to confirm you are satisfied they are genuine as we are unable to make this guarantee.
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