Luftschutz-Ehrenzeichen Set ( Civil Defense Decoration 1938

[humble collector]

Here's a nice grouping of Luftschutz medals I picked up over time. The 2 second class medals are both earlier pieces that are aluminum struck, and the 1st class medal is of a later alloy strike with the larger round ring like you would see on the zinc versions. I kinda like the early brass medals with the flat ring , but haven't found one of those

[thecyclist64]

I am not keen on the first class version. The detailing looks poor and the suspension ring is soldered on as opposed to being integeral to the cross. I have enclosed a link showing several good examples.

Super rare Luftschutz service medal 1. class with ribbon -

Wehrmacht-Awards.com Militaria Forums

[raz]

I see what you mean . I don't study these medals and don't own one but I did do a quick net search and what came up had the squared off integral ring . Hopefully someone who studies this award will chime in and clarify .

[Kryton]

I agree the first class doesnt look good. I have a real one . Rob

[humble collector]

I agree with both of you. After closer inspection I don't like the 1st class Medal myself. Pulled them out of the closet , and should have done a better inspection