German WWII-era veterans association breast eagle (Brustadler), attributed to the Nationalsozialistischer Reichskriegerbund (NS-RKB), the German veterans organization.
This attractive metal insignia features a German national eagle with fully outstretched wings, displaying finely embossed feather details and a distinctive military-style design.
At the center of the eagle is an Iron Cross with black detailing, positioned over a pair of crossed swords. Below, a circular oak leaf wreath surrounds a swastika.
The insignia retains an attractive silver-colored finish, with well-defined details across the wings, central Iron Cross and lower wreath. Minor age-related toning, surface wear and localized discoloration are visible.
The reverse features a long horizontal pinback attachment with a hinged pin and retaining catch. The attachment hardware appears complete, with some age-related discoloration.
The reverse is clearly marked **”20 GES. GESCH.”**, with *Ges. Gesch.* standing for *Gesetzlich Geschützt* (legally protected). The numeral 20 is recorded as marked, without assigning it to a particular manufacturer.
This style of eagle is associated with German veterans organizations during the Third Reich period and represents an interesting example of German organizational uniform insignia.
**Specifications**
– Period: WWII Era / Third Reich
– Country: Germany
– Organization: German Veterans Association / NS-RKB (Attributed)
– Type: Breast Eagle (Brustadler)
– Design: Eagle with Iron Cross, Crossed Swords and Wreathed Swastika
– Construction: Stamped Metal
– Material: Silver-Colored Metal, Exact Composition Unconfirmed
– Finish: Silver-Colored with Black Iron Cross
– Reverse Marking: 20 / GES. GESCH.
– Attachment: Horizontal Pinback
– Condition: Very Good overall, with minor age-related toning, surface wear and localized discoloration.
Please refer to both photographs for additional details and exact condition.
