Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Officer Breast Star, c.1960 Buy Now (NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)

(NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)

constructed of Feldgrau wool (mismatched)

maker markings present but illegible

along with three verification stamps

At this time he was part of Signals Battalion 3 of the Front Reconnaissance Troops

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Officer Breast Star, c.1960 Buy Now (NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)Instituted 1884. In silver gilt, likely of French manufacture, an eight point star with ornate detailing and raised center representing an Ethiopian crown, the reverse bears a single vertical pin with dual stays, measures 79. 2 mm (w) x 80. 2 mm (h), weighs 56. 5 grams, tips of rays slightly bent, hinge and clasp functional, remains in extremely fine condition.