(NSDAP Grau/Kreis/Orts Arbeitsleiter Kragenspiegel)
the obverse stamped on both sides of the slots with SS runes and KAV
Indian Police Distinguished Conduct Medal
hence here we have an WWI Bavarian buckle being converted into Freikorps/pro-Nazi Sympathizer’s buckle
an excellent quality pair
Canada, Cef. A 214Th Infantry Battalion "Saskatchewan Battalion" Cap Badge, By Dingwall, C.1916 Auction Archive (NSDAP Grau/Kreis/Orts Arbeitsleiter Kragenspiegel)In pickled copper, maker marked "DINGWALL" on the reverse, measuring 41. 7 mm (w) x 48. 2 mm (h), both lugs intact, contact marks and surface wear, better than very fine. Footnote: The Battalion was raised in Saskatchewan with mobilization headquarters at Wadena under the authority of G. O. 69, July 15, 1916. The Battalion sailed April 18, 1917 under the command of Lieutenant Colonel J. H. Hearnwith a strength of 20 officers and 595 other ranks. In