Condition: Near Mint
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Product Description: This Im Dienst Der Sicherheitspolizei Armband is an outstanding example of this desirable Third Reich police armband. It’s made of a thin green cotton fabric, with a twill weave. The front of this armband is screen printed in light gray ink with the wording “Im Dienst Der Sicherheitspolizei,” which translates to “In the service of the Security Police.” This pattern of armband was issued to police auxiliaries. The top and bottom edges of the armband are finished with typical factory style machine stitching in light green thread, and the short edges are sewn together on the reverse, as these were issued. This Im Dienst Der Sicherheitspolizei armband came directly out of a closed down movie prop studio in the Czech Republic along with many other original wartime German items. It shows no holes, tears, stains or other damage, and is very fresh, with only extremely slight age toning. It likely was never issued. The condition rates as near mint- it would be hard to find a better one.
Historical Description: Nearly every military, civil, political and paramilitary organization in existence during the Third Reich used armbands. Armbands were worn on military and civilian uniforms and also on civilian clothes, from suit jackets to work clothing. They were used to denote membership in organizations, to indicate a specific role or function of the bearer, and as insignia of rank. Many organizations would change the design of their armbands over time, which added to the variety produced. These were manufactured in countless variations, ranging from simple printed bands to elaborately hand-embroidered pieces of the highest quality. Some Nazi armbands were worn by all members of large organizations and were made by the millions. Others were intended for use at a specific time and place and were unique. Many types were made in very limited numbers. Some bore metal insignia or special identifiers that indicated the wearer’s rank, unit affiliation, or nationality. Armbands were sometimes but not always marked with ink stamps by the issuing authorities.
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