Wool NSDAP Wool Armband - RZM Tag - Image 3

Wool NSDAP Wool Armband – RZM Tag

$195.00

Condition: Excellent

Base Material: Wool

SKU: E1690 Categories Armbands, Political Cloth & Insignia Tags Armband, NSDAP

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Product Description: This original NSDAP Wool Armband (Three-Piece Construction) is a textbook, one-look authentic example that clearly saw period wear, giving it wonderful character. Constructed of quality red wool, the armband features a separately applied white roundel, machine stitched to the body, upon which rests a carefully folded and precisely machine-sewn black swastika—executed in two pieces of cloth. The edges are neatly machine finished, with the ends joined at the reverse in the proper manner.

This example shows honest wear and age, with scattered moth tracking and holes throughout the fabric, consistent with use. The exterior retains strong original color, with light soiling from actual wear that enhances its authenticity.

Inside, the armband retains its original RZM paper tag, tax-coded “D,” still firmly affixed. The tag is clearly marked to manufacturer RZM A4/344 with the original serial number printed below—an important feature.

Overall, this is a excellent, well-preserved example of a multi-piece NSDAP armband, with both its original construction features and RZM tag intact. A choice opportunity for the collector seeking an original, party armband with undeniable period character.

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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