Germany, Ot. An Officer’s Converted M43 Service Cap Republic of above an inscription of “PER

above an inscription of “PER ASPERA AD ASTERA” (“THROUGH DESTINY TO LIGHT”)

Suspension Only (in brass with dark green enamels

bronze plates on either side illustrating three plum blossoms with the Republican insignia at the pommel end

measuring 40 mm (w) x 65 mm (l)

Germany, Ot. An Officer’s Converted M43 Service Cap Republic of above an inscription of “PER(Organisation Todt Einheitsfeldmtze M43). An interesting Organisation Todt (OT) Officers converted M43 service cap, constructed of olive drab wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped at the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels are rolled up and secured in place at the front with two pebbled magnetic metal buttons which emanate from the right flap and meet an equal