Germany, Wehrmacht. A Latvian Volunteer’s Sleeve Shield, By Lenta Province of China light wear and scratch marks

light wear and scratch marks on the obverse

measuring 135 mm (w) x 40 mm (h))

Italy Star and 1939-1945 Star

Inset into the obverse of the handle grip is an additional gilded bronze monogram measuring 20 mm (w) x 26 mm (h)

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Latvian Volunteer’s Sleeve Shield, By Lenta Province of China light wear and scratch marks(Wehrmacht rmelschild der lettischen Freiwilligen). Constructed of a black and maroon rayon base, the obverse bearing a machine embroidered white shield topped by a yellow machine embroidered inscription of LATVIJA, doubled maker marked LENTA, RIGA, measuring 75 mm (w) x 62 mm (h), a Latvian made insignia in unissued and extremely fine condition. Footnote: From the Roger Bender collection.