NSDAP Political Cap Eagle: Authentic Piece?

[aechols83]

Hi, guys. Just wanted to throw this out there for a quick thumbs up or down. I just acquired it in a lot with some other items and am going to re-sell it...just want to make sure it's good before I do so. It looks fine to me but I'm not good with these yet. It's RZM marked M1/17 indicating Assmann it would seem.

Thanks, all!
Best,
Adam

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Adam, totally original.

But I would describe it as a Postal eagle.

I have a similar one in my collection.

Cheers, Ade.

[aechols83]

Hi, Ade and thanks for the reply. That's very interesting...a postal eagle...meaning, I assume, for placement on the cap of a postal worker? I have seen many of these for sale here in the states and they are always referred to as "Political Cap Eagles."

Thanks again and best regards,
Adam

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Adam, yes worn on Post Office employees caps etc. I think they were also used by other State organisations.

When I got my eagle I also mistakenly thought it as political and SA. It seems to be a common error. I think the RZM contract numbers applied by the makers adds to the confusion with many collectors as it instantly makes people think "political".

Cheers, Ade.

[aechols83]

Hi, Ade and thank you. As always, you've been most helpful and informative Yes, I can see how it could be very confusing as the RZM M1 code was supposedly reserved for political badges and insignia.

I might just keep this piece actually. Thanks again!
Best,
Adam