Germany, Wernacht. A Wolchow Stick visually-hidden superimposed by a white-enameled cross

superimposed by a white-enameled cross surrounded by a wreath

the center medallion features a female figure encircled by a blue ring inscribed AL MERITO CIVIL

eight of which have pins

Shark (1936) and Sea Lion (1937-39)

8 mm (w) x 45 mm (h)

Germany, Wernacht. A Wolchow Stick visually-hidden superimposed by a white-enameled cross(Wolchow Stab). A well preserved and classic Wolchow stick (souvenir walking stick), constructed of hand carved and partially blackened and lacquered wood. It features a rounded and tapering handle which transitions into a square shaped shaft. The top of the shaft is inset with a Heer style German eagle clutching a mobile swastika, while the analogous side features an Iron Cross. The lower circumference is decorated with a variety of geometric