Germany, Third Reich. A 1938 Commemorative Construction Badge

Constructed of alpaca; inscribed “Jederzeit zum frieden gewillt - Jeder Stunde aber auch zur Abwehr Bereit” (German - Wanting peace at all times - but ready for defense at every hour); horizontal pinback; measuring 35.14 mm (w) x 52.85 mm (h); in overall near very fine condition.