Overview
A die-struck metal membership or commemorative badge featuring the Kyffhäuser Monument silhouetted against a dark background.
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Preliminary identification
Kyffhäuserbund Veteran's Membership Pin, c. 1920s-1930s
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Story
Following the devastation of World War I, millions of German soldiers returned to a fractured nation and sought solace in the 'Kyffhäuserbund,' a massive veterans' organization named after the mountain where legend says Emperor Barbarossa sleeps.
Maker / Origin
While often produced by various insignia workshops in German metalworking hubs like Lüdenscheid, these pins were commissioned by the Kyffhäuserbund, which was the largest umbrella organization for…
Condition & Value
The pin appears to be in very good vintage condition with minimal wear to the silver plating. These pins were produced in large quantities, making them accessible today; value is driven by the excellent preservation of the silver wash and the clarity of the…
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