Germany, Heer. A Braunschweig Totenkopf Traditional Cap Badge, Kavallerie-Regiment 13 Newly Listed cross is extremely fine

cross is extremely fine

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exhibiting light surface wear

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Germany, Heer. A Braunschweig Totenkopf Traditional Cap Badge, Kavallerie-Regiment 13 Newly Listed cross is extremely fine(Braunschweiger Totenkopf Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered zink, the obverse consisting of a Braunschweiger style Totenkopf above crossed bones, the reverse with both attachment prongs intact, unmarked, measuring 28 mm (w) x 30 mm (h), with loss of silver finish evident, in very fine condition. Footnote: First used by cavalry units of the Duchy of Braunschweig during the Napoleonic Wars, this insignia continued to be utilized by cavalry and