Germany, Federal Republic. A Kriegsmarine Auxiliary Cruiser Badge Newly Listed the backing of the cross

the backing of the cross as well as the thread for the inner star is dark olive

over a green wool background

Second tag is steel

the blade measuring approximately 220 mm in length and rating better then very fine – no rusty spots or nicks

Christian IX issue

Germany, Federal Republic. A Kriegsmarine Auxiliary Cruiser Badge Newly Listed the backing of the cross(Kriegsabzeichen fr Hilfskreuzer). Multi piece construction oval gilded zink alloy with a silvered bronze; the obverse with a Viking longship sailing over the northern hemisphere of the globe, with an oval border of oak leaves; the reverse plain, with a vertical pinback, and a functional hinge catch assembly; measuring 44. 61 mm (w) x 53. 15 mm (h); weighing 41. 3 grams; in virtually mint condition.