Bidspirit auction | WWII ERA GERMAN 1933 NSDAP

WWII ERA GERMAN 1933 NSDAP GAU ESSEN RALLY BADGE - A WWII era German Third Reich 1933 NSDAP Gau Essen Rally badge. Marked with lettering on the reverse PAULMANN and CRONE LUDENSCHEID. Features a shield shaped badge with a swastika symbol at the top. Below that, text in German reads Erst Deutscher Dann Beamter!, which translates to First German, then Official! There is also text that says Treue Kundgebung Der Nat. Sozial Beamten Abteil Gau, which translates to Loyalty Rally of the National Socialist Civil Servant Department Gau. An eagle with outstretched wings is prominently displayed in the center. At the bottom, the location Essen and the date 27. Sept. 1933 are inscribed. Below the eagle are spears, a flag with a swastika, and a coat of arms. The border of the shield features a decorative leafy pattern. Second World War Nazi German Third Reich Medals, Badges, Military and Historic. Dimensions 2 x 1 3/8 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.