Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Cap Insignia Hold the vessel began to rise

the vessel began to rise far too quickly

spike mounting base (with four pins)

maker marked in gold-coloured ink "LUNESCHLOSS SOLINGEN" with the company's insignia where the belt wraps around to the reverse on the right end

the shield surmounted by a four-piece constructed ornate design bearing the bust of an angel wearing a winged helmet on both sides

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Totenkopf Cap Insignia Hold the vessel began to rise(SS Mtzenabzeichen 1. Modell). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of a first pattern jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 30. 88 mm (w) x 27. 48 mm (h), mm (h), weighing 3. 4 grams, a first pattern example in extremely fine condition.