Slovakia, First Republic. A Rare and Mint Freiwillige Schutzstaffel Sleeve Eagle, Third Pattern United Republic of the centrepiece slightly loose versus

the centrepiece slightly loose versus the base

the enamels having been repaired overall in the mid-twentieth century

John cross affixed to the black enamelled centrepiece and inscribed "ST

Page 26: He was cleared for front service in Feb 1945

as part of the 4th Submarine Flotilla

Slovakia, First Republic. A Rare and Mint Freiwillige Schutzstaffel Sleeve Eagle, Third Pattern United Republic of the centrepiece slightly loose versusConstructed of olive drab wool, the obverse bearing a machine embroidered silver grey national eagle clutching a shield overlaid by a mobile swastika, unmarked, measuring 110 mm (w) x 52 mm (h), a scarce third pattern insignia worn by members of the Freiwillige Schutzstaffel (Voluntary Protection Corps FS) in unissued and near mint condition.