both shoulder boards with a stylized “GD: for “Großdeutschland Division” in gilt
The Eastern Front Medal document is named to Gefreiter Birk and dated to August 11
one larger than the other
measures 115mm (l – inclusive of all links)
“for his outstanding achievements on the battlefield” near Wyssotschek on January 17
Germany, Imperial. A Mixed Lot of First World War Patriotic Badges and Pins Heer. A Flak/Artillery Hauptmann’s Service Tunic both shoulder boards with a(Abzeichen und Anstecknadeln). A mixed lot of 19 First World War patriotic badges and pins, with examples constructed of bronze and magnetic metal, with enamels and silver or gilt wash, encompassing examples paying tribute to Germany, Austria Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria, issued for purchase as part of fundraising initiatives for the Central Powers during the war, in overall extremely fine condition.