Mint Cased Assmann Observer Badge

Product Description: This Mint Cased Assmann Observer Badge is a nearly perfect example of a very hard to find set. The outstanding, early badge is exquisite. It’s made of Tombak. The wreath retains all of the original silver electroplated finish, with beautiful shine to the highly burnished highlights. There is virtually no age toning. The eagle still has all of the original dark finish. There is no wear to the obverse, and all of the stunning detail is intact. The reverse of this badge is also perfect. It’s maker marked on the back of the eagle with the stylized “A” emblem of the firm of F. W. Assmann in Lüdenscheid. The hardware is textbook for this maker, with a barrel hinge and round wire catch. The darkened round wire pin is functional. The rivets are tight, and there are no repairs. This incredible badge is housed in an extremely well-preserved original case. This is a correct case for an Assmann badge, and shows almost no wear. The exterior presents beautiful original color, with virtually all of the original surface intact. The gold embossing on the lid is still bright and vibrant, and the hinge and push button work just as they should. The interior of this case is pristine. The badge is wonderfully displayed on a rich plush insert, and the silk lining used for the interior lid and hinge cover is flawless. This Mint Cased Assmann Observer Badge is an extremely desirable set that would likely be impossible to upgrade.

Historical Description: The Luftwaffe Observer Badge (Beobachterabzeichen) was instituted by Luftwaffe chief Hermann Göring on January 19, 1935. To earn the badge, a member of the Luftwaffe had to have had an observer’s license for two months, or to have participated in five flights over enemy territory, or to have been wounded on a flight. Members of other branches of the Wehrmacht could also be awarded the badge, if the necessary conditions had been met. The badge featured a flying eagle and swastika emblem, affixed to a wreath of laurel and oak leaves. Early examples were made of Tombak or nickel silver, with aluminum used (rarely) later, and finally zinc for wartime badges. A cloth version was also authorized for field use. The badge was worn on the left breast of the uniform. About 35,000 pieces had been awarded by war’s end.

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