Gau Essen Commemorative Badge in Gold. (Gau Traditionsabzeichen Essen). Small size. ORIGINAL QUALITY.
Instituted by Gauleiter Josef Terboven in 1935 in commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of the founding of the Gau, Awarded for service during the 'Time of Struggle'.
This is the miniature version of the award worn on civilian clothes. It is die struck in brass with a gold plated finish.. Dimensions 42mm x 20mm.
(A picture of both the large and small badges is attached to show the relative size- you will receive just the small badge).
The items listed in this section of our web site represent the finest Third Reich German awards, badges and decorations available from the 'Regalia Specialist' . Although not sold as original, these items are of exceptional quality - conforming exactly to original specifications and usually include some minor tarnishing or wear and tear. What you will receive is a beautiful piece usually offered for a fraction of the price that a similar or identical item might be offered for elsewhere. Many of the items listed in this section are either special one- off purchases or are available only in very limited quantities and cannot be replaced when sold.