German Awards - 1952 Anniversary Commemorative Badge

The memorial sign was donated in 1952 by Prince Friedrich Hohenzollern. The occasion was the 25th anniversary as the head of the princely house. It was presented to the guests of the celebrations. Friedrich Victor Prinz of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen succeeded his father Prince Wilhelm in 1927. He was married to Margaret of Saxony, daughter of King Frederick Augustus III. of Saxony. In the Weimar Republic, he rose to the rank of Prince of Hohenzollern, contrary to statutory regulations. He was the head of the steel helmet of the Union of front-line soldiers in Württemberg and Baden. In National Socialism, he became close to the NSDAP. In 1935, he was given the title of Royal Highness. By decree of the prince, he was not drafted into the Wehrmacht. After World War II, about 2/3 of the possessions were lost. Prince Frederick was very popular among the inhabitants of the Hohenzollern territories. He was engaged in cultural and church activities. At Krauchenwitz Castle, he built an orphanage for orphans and refugee children.

High oval, openwork sign made of silver. At the back is a vertical pin with a mating hook.

Front side:

• The edge is formed from a two-row oak-leaf wreath clinging to the bottom.
• This flows from above into a large 5-arc openwork crown.
In the
• center in the openwork field is a rectangular shield with a raised border.
• It increased annual indicators - 1927 - (-) - 1952 -.
• Above it in the upper part is a mirror, openwork cipher - F - for Friedrich.
• Under the shield is an openwork Roman numeral - XXV - (25).
• The cipher and number touch the central shield, and on the side an oak deciduous wreath.

Downside:

• Smooth and silver. Vertically round needle with a small hinge.
• The oncoming hook is a little rougher. Central silver score - 800 -.