Germany, Third Reich. A Pair of Thüringen Fire Brigade Insignia
(Feuerwehr Insignien). A pair of Thüringen (Thuringia) Fire Brigade insignia, including:
1. A shako/helmet plate, constructed of gilded and silvered brass, the obverse consisting of an eight-pointed radiant star, overlaid by a central gilt insignia consisting of a Third Reich-period Thuringian coat of arms set within an oval oak leaf wreath, the reverse retaining two threaded lugs, unmarked, measuring 110 mm (w) x 105 mm (h), in near extremely fine condition.
2. A belt buckle, constructed of gilded brass, the obverse consisting of a circular oak leaf wreath surrounding a Thuringian coat of arms, the reverse with a clip and swivel buckle, unmarked, measuring 50 mm in diameter, with minor verdigris visible, in near extremely fine condition.