Germany, Weimar Republic. A Colonial Badge, c.1930

(Kolonialabzeichen). Instituted 18 April 1922. (1922-1939 issue). Constructed of silvered bronze, vertical pinback, the obverse bearing a central raised and detailed elephant, within a circular ring bearing an inscription of “SÜDSEE - AFRIKA - KIAUTSCHOU”, joined together at the bottom by oak leaf branches, the reverse bearing an issue number of “33992”, in overall near extremely fine condition.

Footnote: The Colonial Badge was issued to all German personnel who, during the First World War, fulfilled any administrative or military roles in German colonies.