Germany, Third Reich. A Waffen-SS Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia - Type I Province of China constructed of light brown oilcloth

constructed of light brown oilcloth

with 400 mm long red braided cords finished with tassels affixed to both side panels on the lid

It features a central canister which is topped by a dome covering a ventilation shaft which extends into the crown

issued to Paul Erdmann

Germany, Third Reich. A Waffen-SS Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia - Type I Province of China constructed of light brown oilcloth(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern, Danziger style, jawless Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 32. 7 mm (w) x 27. 8 mm (l), weighing 3. 96 grams, retaining dearly all of its original finish, in near extremely fine condition. Footnote: The Totenkopf as a cap insignia originated in 18th century Prussian Hussar regiments where it was seen as a symbol of