Germany, Third Reich. A Gendarmerie/ Schutzpolizei Shako Plate United Republic of the reverse with a pouch

the reverse with a pouch stitched in place

light staining along the collar)

Footnote: The Order of Aeronautical Merit was instituted in October 1946 and is awarded for particular achievements in aeronautical and military activities

The jacket is single vented at the back and also has two straps sewn in position at the back

with moderate wear to the gilding

Germany, Third Reich. A Gendarmerie/ Schutzpolizei Shako Plate United Republic of the reverse with a pouchConstructed of aluminum, a national eagle with outstretched wings clutchings a wreathed swastika in its talons, superimposed over an open ended oak leaf wreath, the reverse is plain, unmarked and bears two screw backs with bolts, measuring 160 mm (w) x 84 mm (h), very fine.