WWII German Badges Price Guide

WWII GERMAN TORPEDO BOAT BADGE ANATOMY -
This section of the website discusses the anatomy of German badges. Getting an understanding of the elements of the badges and awards will enhance the ability the enthuisiast in determining the authenticity of a item. This information can also be helpful in establishing the age of the collectible.

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The Torpedo Boat War Badge (E-boat) was issued in recognition of achievements of crews of German Torpedo boats while conducting attacks on enemy ships. The badge was also awarded to personnel killed in action. The award was given to Kriegsmarine personnel.

The badge consisted of a single piece construction. A wreath formed the outer perimeter and was guilded. The inside displayed a torpedo boat in motion. This was silver/gray in color


The bottom portion of the badge has a "wire" type catch soldered directly to the main body.	The upper portion of the badge has a tall hinge which holds the pin in a vertical position. The catch is also directly soldered into the body.	The back of the badge is manufacturer marked. Raised letters are employed to write the initals of the maker, which reads R.S. It is important to note that not all of the badges were marked.

If you have an interest is seeing other German military badges, you can do so by going to our German badges identification guide. Where we cover Army, Navy, Luftwaffe and other organizations from various time periods.

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