Germany, Heer. A Gebirgsjäger M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Issue Auction Archive maroon simulated leather-bound cover

maroon simulated leather-bound cover

loss of finish is visible to the core of the cross which has exposed Deumer’s classic copper coating

with one set over the pocket and one just underneath the pocket

the obverse medallion features a female right facing portrait surrounded by the inscription REPUBLICA DE CHILE

NSDAP: Three gilt and three silvered buttons with raised eagle & swastika combination

Germany, Heer. A Gebirgsjäger M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Issue Auction Archive maroon simulated leather-bound cover(Heer Einheitsdeltmtze M43 fr Mannschaften der Gebirgstruppe). A well preserved Heer Gebirgsjger M43 field cap for Enlisted ranks, constructed of field grey wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped toward the front, which provide optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels roll up and are secured in place with two black bakelite buttons which emanate from the right panel and meet an equal