Germany, DDR. A Set of German Colonel General Shoulder Boards

(DDR Schulterklappen). A set of Generaloberst (Colonel General) shoulder boards constructed in gold celleon (nylon) cords with aluminum inner braid with three, small matte silver-coloured rank pips, meeting a gilt button, all on a red fabric backing, measuring 38 mm (w) x 106 mm (h), and in near mint condition.