Artillery Standard Bearers Sleeve Insignia

Product Description: This Artillery Standard Bearers Sleeve Insignia is a remarkable and highly sought-after example of Heer cloth insignia. Likely of prewar production, it features a bold and intricate design, with a central Heer eagle and swastika emblem flanked by detailed unit standards in the distinctive red of Artillery units, all surmounted by a finely rendered oak leaves motif.

Expertly crafted using high-quality rayon and aluminum wire, this insignia is machine-woven in the desirable “Bevo” style, ensuring crisp detail and durability. The striking red shield is set against a medium green rayon backing, providing excellent contrast and aesthetic appeal.

The reverse of the patch offers insight into its precise weaving construction, further highlighting its authenticity and quality. It remains in outstanding condition, free from stains, holes, or damage. The only minor wear present is slight fraying along the lower edge of the backing, which does not affect the shield itself. Importantly, this insignia has never been sewn onto a uniform and shows no signs of having been folded.

Patches of this type are uncommon, and this Artillery Standard Bearers Sleeve Insignia, in its striking branch color, is an exceptional find for collectors of rare Heer insignia. Don’t miss the opportunity to add this outstanding piece to your collection in near mint condition!

Historical Description: Trooped unit flags were an important part of ceremonial regalia for every German military, paramilitary and civil organization. In parades and rallies, the flag would be carried by a person appointed as standard bearer, a position of honor. As an external indicator of his prestigious role, the standard bearer would be adorned with a variety of regalia including, in many organizations, the standard bearer sleeve shield. This sleeve shield was generally a cloth patch that would be always worn on the uniform, not only when the standard bearer was performing his function. Standard bearer sleeve patches usually bore organizational emblems and sometimes had colors or numerals that designated the wearer’s branch of service or his specific unit. Because the standard bearer sleeve patch served a ceremonial function, it was generally attractively designed for visual impact. The total number of standard bearers in most organizations was relatively few compared to other roles, so the standard bearer insignia was generally made in limited numbers, and most types are rare to find today.

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