Germany. An Equestrian Badge and Stick Pin, in Bronze, by Christian Lauer

(Pferdesport Leistungsabzeichen in Bronze). Constructed of oval shaped bronze; the obverse consisting of an oak wreath with a horseshoe and the letter “R” at the base, with a rider on a horse; the reverse plain, with a vertical pinback, with a barrel hinge, and a flat wire catch; marked “L. Chr. Lauer, Nürnberg” and “Gesetzlich Geschützt” on the reverse; measuring 42.68 mm (w) x 52.32 mm (h); weighing 15.1 grams. With a matching stick pin; marked with identical markings as the full sized badge on the reverse; measuring 14.55 mm (w) x 18.15 mm (h); with a 58 mm long knurled pin; in overall very fine condition.