Krim Shield .. butchered ?

[Gary J]

One of the very few possible WW2 German items I have is a krim shield thats seems to have been rather butchered !

The backing cloth is gone, ... the lugs removed ... and to cap it all, there are two square "nail" holes punched through.

I have been lead to believe the shield is correct, and in some instances, the soldier would punch through a couple of holes so that he could fasten the badge to his uniform more securely !

Anyhow here's some scans of the front and rear ..

Gary J.

[Nick VR]

Hi Gary


I've seen krim's nailed on wooden planks like this before. Can't comment on the originality of this one, shields are not my area of collecting...


Greetz

Nick VR

[StuG III]

Looks alright to me, but maybe others will comment.
Tom

[Stewy S]

I also think it's ok. As for maker? The best i can say is i doubt it's a JFS. Others will give you more info. Stewy S

[j dubbel]

hi

your shield is a nice and good example

sold mine for 200 euros yesterday
cheers

[Alan M]

i like it a lot gary , nicely detailed eagle and wreath , nice patina , and wear to all the spots you`d expect to see on a worn piece

cheers al

[Gary J]

Appreciate the in put chaps ....

So, presuming the "damage" is contemporary, the shield does have some residual value to collectors then ?

Cheers

Gary J.

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Gary, even in that condition it is still saleable. I cannot suggest a value though.

Cheers, Ade.