Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction centre obverse presents a crowned

centre obverse presents a crowned rampant lion on black enamel background in a blue enamel surround with the inscription L’UNION FAIT LA FORCE beginning at 7 o’clock

Juni 1864-1889 (German - For the 25th Jubilee June 25th 1864 - 1889)

Downing became a casualty at Caen

measure 33mm x 35mm (for white participants)

very early "thin wreath" badge by "CEJ" (Juncker)

Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction centre obverse presents a crownedConstructed of aluminum, the obverse consisting of a circular oak leaf wreath, surrounding a red disc overlaid by a black and silver swastika, perforated along the edge with four hole for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 59 mm (w) x 61 mm (h), in extremely fine condition.