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GERMAN WWII BRONZE SPORTS / DEFENSE BADGE
This is a German WWII Bronze Sports badge. It later became known as the "SA Defense Badge". This badge was instituted on
January 19th, 1939. It was produced in three different grades: Bronze, Silver and gold. The sample shown here is the Bronze
grade.
The badge consisted of a sword pointing up placed on top of a wreath. It was awarded after successfullt passing a test. The
award was retained by maintaining a clean record in National Socialism. The physical test consisted of three components:
Gymnastics, self defense and agricultural field service.
The criteria required for earning the award is as follows:
| BRONZE |
Successfully passed an educational and physical program. |
| SILVER |
Awarded to those holding the Bronze badge for five years and participated and passed the annual
requirements. The individual would have to be 35 years of age or older. |
| GOLD |
Individuals holding the Silver badge for Six years and successfully participated in the annual
requirements. Recipient had to be over the age of 40.
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A vertical pin was provided as a means to attach the badge to the tunic. Several markings were stamped on the back of the badge.
This badge is heavily reproduced. The quality of the replicas will vary from poor to nearly perfect.
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PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The following is an estimated value. Provided courtesy of MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques
and collectibles.
| Value (2006) | $150.00 |
| Availability (2006) | Medium |
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