Germany, Ss. A First Pattern Ss Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia United Republic of contact marks and gilt loss

contact marks and gilt loss on the metal plaque

The collection is in extremely fine condition

with pouch to set the bayonet scabbard into

The binder has very thick front and back covers

six months prior to the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service merging to form the Royal Air Force on April 1

Germany, Ss. A First Pattern Ss Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia United Republic of contact marks and gilt loss(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of a silvered bronze alloy, the obverse consisting of a first pattern, jawless, Danziger style SS Totenkopf, the reverse with both attachment prongs intact, unmarked, measuring 35. 48 mm (w) x 31. 88 mm (h), weighing 4. 6 grams, some loss of finish evident, in overall better than very fine condition.