An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Ensign (Fähnrich) Cap Badge Hold of superb quality manufacture (likely

of superb quality manufacture (likely by Meybauer

multiple stampings from India on the foldout passport

000) enjoyed considerable influence on the Croat political and military leadership

indicating Pioneer branch of the Heer (Army)

An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Ensign (Fähnrich) Cap Badge Hold of superb quality manufacture (likelyGold coloured bullion wire, in various textures, illustrating an open ended wreath surmounted by the Imperial crown, the wreath surrounding a tri colour cockade in silvered and black metal with a red felt centre, on a black wool base, padded, stamped in blue ink "M243" on the khaki cotton mesh backer, 62 mm x 75 mm, scattered gilt wear and surface oxidation evident, very fine. (C: 102