$325.00
(Kubanschild für Mannschaften der Panzertruppe). Constructed of bronzed zinc metal, the obverse consisting of a shield bearing a stylized map of the Kuban region, topped by an inscription of “KUBAN” and a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, in turn flanked by a date of “1943”, affixed with two side clips to a black wool liner (indicating Panzer issue), unmarked, the shield measuring 54.2 mm (w) x 61.4 mm (h), demonstrating minor loss of finish to the base metal with some fatigue of the underlay, in near excellent condition. The maker is unknown to this day.
It’s impossible to say when this black wool was added to the shield; it could have been a collector, as I see ZERO sewing marks in the wool. For this, the price I decided to sell it at reflects a possible tampered original Kuban Shield. It does display nicely, though.
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World War 2 was one of the most significant conflicts in modern history. Millions of soldiers and civilians died in the fierce battles between the Allies and the Axis.
Tales of courage and sacrifices still live in the military artifacts that remain in our grandparents’ attics, basements, and footlockers. Iron Cross HQ is very proud to offer a wide selection of WWII uniforms, WWII field gear, weapons, medals, decorations, photos, and more, for sale at Iron Cross HQ Store. Reproduction items and originals are available for Militaria collectors and reenactors.
