A German Second World War Army Smoke Troop Officers Crusher Cap.
A scarce waffenfarbe in carmine for the smoke or chemical warfare troops. Approximately size 57. Two minor moth nips to the crown. Nap thin. Correct officers silver Bevo eagle on a light tan background with a matching earlier national cockade silver weave on an apple green background fitted to the dark green centre band, which is constructed of the soft board material enabling the cap to be the older-style cap known as the crusher. Some stitch repairs between the leather lining and the main body. Added to the sweatband is the original wearer’s name of ‘Zentner Hannover’, with his street address, which is also duplicated in ink onto the gold inner rayon lining. Soft crushable leather peak, good condition £500-£700

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of German Militaria.

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