At a recent militaria show here in Canada I was shown a KM Destroyer Badge, relatively worn with the tombak showing through. The horizontal attachment pin was missing but the upper hook-pin was intact. Interestingly, the reverse bore some engraving.
The lettering incised into the lower central portion of the reverse was as follows: "KURT EHRLICH" and, immediately below that "DUSSELDORF".
While I am relatively certain that the badge is an authentic, period item, I am not certain about the engraving.
I did not have my digital camera available and have since asked for some pictures which I will be happy to post here, if I receive them. In advance, however, I am looking for any comments or feedback which might be helpful. It is my hope to eventually be able to acquire this badge.
My assumption is that the engraving, if period done, is the name of the recipient. Research on several fora and other internet sites have resulted in a couple of leads, but nothing tied directly to a former KM member of that name.
It would be appreciated if any fellow collectors/researchers out there could please comment on the practice or existence of other "personalized" KM badges, or where to further research this name.
Thanks and regards,
John
The lettering incised into the lower central portion of the reverse was as follows: "KURT EHRLICH" and, immediately below that "DUSSELDORF".
While I am relatively certain that the badge is an authentic, period item, I am not certain about the engraving.
I did not have my digital camera available and have since asked for some pictures which I will be happy to post here, if I receive them. In advance, however, I am looking for any comments or feedback which might be helpful. It is my hope to eventually be able to acquire this badge.
My assumption is that the engraving, if period done, is the name of the recipient. Research on several fora and other internet sites have resulted in a couple of leads, but nothing tied directly to a former KM member of that name.
It would be appreciated if any fellow collectors/researchers out there could please comment on the practice or existence of other "personalized" KM badges, or where to further research this name.
Thanks and regards,
John
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