Germany, Weimar. A Silesian Eagle, II Class Auction exclusively in the homeland area

exclusively in the homeland area

the strap wrapped around the clip at one end and held in place by a rivet

The year before the Great War broke out

held in place by two metal rivets

the piece having been cut out of an officer's uniform

Germany, Weimar. A Silesian Eagle, II Class Auction exclusively in the homeland area(Schlesischer Adler, II. Klasse). Constructed of blackened magnetic iron, on loop for suspension, consisting of an eagle with feathered eagles, overlaid with a crescent and cross, clutching a banner in its talons inscribed FR SCHLESIEN (FOR SILESIA), measuring 31. 61 mm (w) x 47. 15 mm (h), weighing 21. 5 grams, in near very fine condition.