Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia certificate_of_authenticity separation of the felt underside

separation of the felt underside from the leather belt for 200 mm along the bottom edge near the buckle

The Battalion sailed April 28

He was later transferred as a reinforcement to the 8th Infantry Battalion "The Black Devils"/"90th Winnipeg Rifles" in the French theatre

constructed of fine quality twisted

enamels chipping evident on the arms on both sides of the first cross

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Visor Cap Insignia certificate_of_authenticity separation of the felt underside(SS Mtzenabzeichen). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern, Danziger style, jawless Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 33. 28 mm (w) x 28. 12 mm (h), weighing 2. 9 grams, in near mint condition.