Germany, SS. A First Pattern Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia United Republic of (Ordine Equestre di San Gregorio

(Ordine Equestre di San Gregorio Magno)

the pockets in purple satin

being promoted to Second Lieutenant in 1853 and to First Lieutenant in 1860

had escorted the damaged battleship Queen Elizabeth to the United States for repair and were on their way to Trinidad

Footnote: The Order of May for Military Merit was instituted in 1957

Germany, SS. A First Pattern Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia United Republic of (Ordine Equestre di San Gregorio(SS Mtzenabzeichen 1. Form). Constructed of silvered feinzink, the obverse consisting of a first pattern jawless Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse retaining both original attachment prongs, unmarked, measuring 35 mm (w) x 30 mm (h), demonstrating loss of finish and minor oxidation throughout, in very fine condition.