Baden, Grand Duchy. A Pickelhaube Plate Hold in black LDO case

in black LDO case

number 50282

which served in the Spanish Civil War on the Franco side

5 mm (h) inclusive of its winged suspension

the catch has been repaired and there is evidence that the cross has been convexed post-manufacture

Baden, Grand Duchy. A Pickelhaube Plate Hold in black LDO case(Pickelhaubenemblem). Constructed of magnetic metal, the obverse consisting of a detailed Baden griffin clutching a sword and shield bearing a ducal emblem, above a banner bearing a raised inscription of MITT GOTT F. FUERST U. VATERLAND, (WITH GOD FOR PRINCE AND FATHERLAND), the reverse with both lugs intact, unmarked, measuring 120 mm (w) x 115 mm (h), with minor oxidation evident, in near extremely fine condition.