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WWII GERMAN HITLER YOUTH PATCH - This is a Hitler Youth membership patch. Very high quality construction. The patch was designed to be worn in the shirt of the uniform. The design consists of a silk-like material, white in color and bearing the double diamond design of the Hitler Youth. A black swastika is placed in the center.

The backside og the patch retains the original RZM control tag. These tags were attached by using glue. It is interesting to notice that the example featured here consists of two patches still attached. It is likely that the GI who brought them home picked them up from the factory where they were manufactured or a distribution center.

This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German patches. Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points that should be noted.

One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII German patch worth?". A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the cloth insignia is reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German patches in the collector's market is illustrated.

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This patch is currently being reproduced. It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this badge. Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the badge.

If you have an interest is seeing other Hitler Youth items, you can do so by going to our WWII Hitler Youth Collectibles identification guide.

PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The value for WWII German propaganda posters and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service is provided courtesy of MilitaryItems.com. The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.

Year	2006	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011
Value	$50.00	$55.00	$60.00	$70.00	$70.00	$
Availability	Medium	Medium	Medium	Medium	Medium
Invest Grade	B	B	B	B	B

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