Germany, Heer. A Set of Enlisted Ranks Shoulder Straps, First Pattern Archive on loop suspension from period

on loop suspension from period original green-and-white ribbon

the collar is flanked by tabs composed of green-coloured wool base

Accompanied by copies of his Service Records and assorted research papers

on a pebbled Gold background surrounded by an enameled blue broad ring inscribed “AVITA ET AUCTA” (Inherit and Multiply)

Germany, Heer. A Set of Enlisted Ranks Shoulder Straps, First Pattern Archive on loop suspension from period(Heer Schulterklappen fr Mannschaften). A matching set of first pattern Heer Enlisted ranks shoulder straps, each constructed of dark green wool and bearing white chain stitched numerals 69, the reverse of each with an integral strap perforated with a reinforced buttonhole, both unmarked and measuring 45 mm (w) x 105 mm (l), in extremely fine condition.