Original German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Backing plate - Ärmelschild Kuban U.S. Badges and has had the barrel

and has had the barrel completely covered in engraved floral designs

The obverse depicts the ‘World-in-a Wreath' emblem of the United Nations

and was painted some time ago from what we can tell

About 60% of the original blade finish is still present

the commanding officer of Force Reconnaissance Co

Original German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Backing plate - Ärmelschild Kuban U.S. Badges and has had the barrelOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield, with a plated steel shield attached to a metal backing plate. This example was removed from a uniform, and no longer has the fabric backing patch and paper covering. The front has a great aged patina with the letters brighter than the background, with no erosion of the plating over the steel. The backplate has a small bit of oxidation. It has 2 of