First, discover a striking piece of Cold War military history. This East German Pin comes from the original NVA (Nationale Volksarmee) of the former DDR. It served as a cap cockade for army officers. It represents authority, rank, and state symbolism.
Next, the badge features a classic winged design. A detailed laurel wreath frames the center emblem. The red enamel core highlights the iconic DDR state symbol. Silver-tone metal gives the pin a formal and authoritative look. Fine detailing shows strong craftsmanship and military precision.
Then, this pin fits perfectly on officer caps or dress headgear. It also works well for displays and collections. Collectors value it for its authenticity and condition. Reenactors appreciate its historical accuracy.
Key features:
- Original East German NVA issue
- Officer cap cockade pin badge
- Silver-tone metal construction
- Red enamel center with DDR emblem
- Winged and laurel wreath design
- Strong and durable build
Moreover, this East German Pin suits many uses. Add it to a military collection. Display it in a shadow box. Use it for reenactment or uniform restoration. It also makes a unique historical gift.
Finally, own a genuine symbol of East German military heritage. This pin reflects discipline, rank, and history from the DDR era.
New (Surplus)
In our condition standards, New (Surplus) stands for items that are originally issued to military personnel but weren’t used before.
In most cases, the military issues spare items for everything they can, in case soldiers must have to change their lost or damaged pieces of equipment or clothing. After 2-4 years (depending on the country) after issuing equipment to personnel, the military changes them to new ones to renew main and spare personnel equipment, even if spare ones weren’t used at all, so that is how unused military quality items comes to our warehouse.
Expected condition issues:
- Warehouse odor (long storage).
- Dust marks (long storage).
- Items will come with our packaging.
ATTENTION!
- „Expected issues“ - might appear on 1 of 10 items.
- „Rare issues” - might appear on 1 of 50 items.
- Written condition issues don‘t mean that items must have them.
PLEASE TAKE A NOTE!
Most photos of our products are made by us, so images also should be guided to determine item conditions more accurately.
Also, we advise checking the last listing images as mostly they show the most damaged items in stock and what you may expect in the worst.
- BRAND : Military Surplus
- MANUFACTURE COUNTRY : Germany
- VINTAGE : Yes
- TYPE : Insignia
- COLOR : Gray
- MATERIAL : Metal
- DIMENSIONS : 10.5x3cm / 4.5x1.2in
- PRODUCT WEIGHT : 8
