German Awards - Army Parachute Badge

The paratrooper badge was established on September 1, 1937 by the Commander-in-Chief of the Ground Forces, Colonel General von Fritsch. The condition for obtaining the badge was the successful completion of a parachute training course with a parachutist certificate. This sign was received by officers, non-commissioned officers and soldiers who were seconded from their units and subsequently returned to their units. Until 1942, the sign was made of non-ferrous metal. Aluminum and fine zinc badges were also made. It was also worn in an embroidered fabric version. The right to wear was checked 1 times a year and depended on at least 6 jumps per year.

High oval, openwork badge made of gold-plated and silver-plated zinc. The eagle is separately beveled and silver-plated. The oak leafy wreath fringe is gilded. Back side with vertical pin. For parts with a manufacturer, it is usually on the eagle.

Front side:

• The margin is formed from an oak-broadleaf wreath tied below.
• At the top, it concludes with the main eagle of the army.
• (Eagle with lowered wings with swastika in paws, placed at the tip)
• The eagle flying to the left leaned towards the wreath in a diving flight.
• The tip of the wing rises above the edge on the right. Catches are empty.

Downside:

• Smooth with a vertical pin. There are 2 eagle rivets on the rim.
• There is no manufacturer name here.

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Front side: Army landing sign

Reverse: Army Landing Sign

Established:

September 1, 1937 Baron von Fritsch

Awarded:

1937 – 1945

Data:

• Material: zinc partially gilded, silver plated
• Size: approx. 55mm x 43mm
• Weight: About 32.5g

estimated collector price:

3800 - 4000 € painted in aluminium
3500 - 3600 € in zinc gold
Individual silverware over 7500 €

OEK Number:

3908