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GERMAN WWII SILVER 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 Silver
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. |
A vertical pin is provided to secure the badge to the tunic.
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) | $175.00 |
| Availability (2006) | Medium |
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