Original Kriegsmarine sleeve insignia combining both rank and specialty, worn by an Obergefreiter serving as a Radio Operator (Funker).
The patch features the classic crossed lightning bolts emblem in golden yellow thread, denoting signals and communications duties, positioned above a large V-shaped rank chevron indicating the rank of Obergefreiter.
Constructed on a dark navy wool backing, this example displays the typical wartime applied construction, with the chevron sewn separately onto the base fabric.
The reverse shows period stitching consistent with original manufacture.
A highly desirable Kriegsmarine combined career and rank insignia, representing naval communications personnel at the junior NCO level.
Type: Sleeve Insignia (Career + Rank Combined)
Branch: Kriegsmarine
Specialty: Funker (Radio Operator)
Rank Indication: Obergefreiter (1 Chevron)
Backing: Dark navy wool
Embroidery: Golden yellow thread
