A Nsdap Golden Party Badge To Heinrich Voegtle By Deschler & Sohn Of Munich; Large Version

A “Goldenes Parteiabzeichen” belonging to member number 5095, Heinrich Voegtle; large version; in gilded tombac and black, white, and pebbled red enamels. The obverse with a black mobile swastika (Hakenkreuz) in the centre within a bed of white enamels, with a red enameled edge inscribed “Nationalsozialistische DAP”; the reverse plain, with a Deschler trademark pin keeper and horizontal pinback; maker marked Deschler & Sohn, München” and “Ges. Gesch.” on the reverse; clearly numbered “5095” with some research; measuring 30.48 mm in diameter; weighing 12.5 grams. With nearly all of its original gilt worn off, but the enamels well preserved, without chips or cracks; in overall near very fine condition.

Footnote: Heinrich Voegtle was born on January 4, 1903. He joined the NSDAP on May 15, 1925 in Munich, membership no. 5095. This was less than three months after the official refounding of the party after it had been outlawed.