Demjansk Shield

[pdawg1911]

Hi,

Traded for this from a retailer. The hooks are missing, and someone sewed it unto some backing. I was able to get the thread off of the head in order to take a picture, but in order to get a picture of the full back, I would need to cut the remaining thread, and didn't know if that was advised.

Thanks
Pat

[pdawg1911]

Here are some close ups.

[kraut72]

Original shield/repaired/maker unknown

[pdawg1911]

Do you think I should remove the backing that has been stitched on the badge?

Thanks