Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction circumscribed by inscription “Im Jahre

circumscribed by inscription “Im Jahre Deutscher Schicksalswende 1933” (“In the Year of the German Twist of Fate 1933”)

the obverse bearing dual machine-embroidered silver aluminum wire chevrons

measuring 390 mm in length when inserted into the scabbard

suffering a gun shot wound to the neck and leg

recessed medal bed in blue satin with central catch

Croatia, Independent State. A German Troops Of The Croatian Defence Force Sleeve Insignia Auction circumscribed by inscription “Im JahreConstructed of stamped aluminum, the obverse consisting of a circular oak leaf wreath, joined together at both the top and bottom by ribbon, bearing a central red disc overlaid by a black swastika highlighted with a silver frame, the edges perforated with six eyelets for sew on attachment, unmarked, measuring 60 mm in diameter, in extremely fine condition.