Hey guys I have had this little bird since I was eight, it was one of the first things I got. Unfortunately I never found one like it. It was aquired from a veteran along with a NSDAP membership pin. It was black when I got it, unofrtunately 8 years ago I thought it would be smart to clean it with baking soda, something which i still regret today. This pin is 1 inches and 3/8ths wide, also 1inch tall. its made of either zinc or silver, as it was tarnished black. Though I have noticed an appearance of some white discoloration on the back, which is either from it being composed of zinc, or the lead solder. Not a metal smith I guess. I am wondering if anyone knows what this is? I am assumign it is SA, and not sure if it was for a kepi or used as a pin. Perhaps it is very early? I doubt its fake because of the great detail, and also the fact that it was from a vet. Thanks for looking, good luck!
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Jeremy, the eagle that you posted looks well detailed and interesting. I've never seen one like this and with that kind of pin mechanism. Does it have any markings on it?
I would prefer to stick to the more recognised type that James posted, but those are cap insignias and not tinnies. It was used for a range of services, from the early SS, NSDAP, SA and so on. Here are some of my examples in different variants - different makers, with leg cutout, solid back, orientation of pin, etc. Note the crisp detailing on the head, body and claws.
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