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Mike Dunn, nice items! Are any of the crosses marked? --dj--Joe

I wonder where in the hierarchy the rarely seen two piece badges come in play? --dj--Joe

All the tinnies posted have been great and I thank every one, but the 1936 Bezirkssportfest Starnberg is a stand out. Benteen, thanks for showing it, it is an eye catcher! --dj--Joe

The maker appears to be Wiedmann. Could we see a close up of the obverse? --dj--Joe

Have been generously informed that it is in all likely hood, Oberkameradschaftsfuhrer, Gebietsleitung 23, Motor-HJ, Mittelebe (central Elbe). Gebiet = area. Thanks to, Laurence, Raymond and Paulj. Thanks also to all who replied to my questions! --dj--Joe

Located similar devises on post #33 Otto Schickle catalog. http://gmic.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=6787&st=20 Still in a bit of a fog about the appropriate use of these. --dj--Joe

So far, Bann 23, Motor-HJ, Oberkameradschaftsfuhrer. --dj--Joe

No mounted examples? --dj--Joe

Many thanks for the link, I will do some research in that direction. --dj--Joe

Would this award be found often, rarely or some where betwixt? I have not run across it mounted on bars to date. I am sure I just overlooked them. --dj--Joe

Obverse close up. [attachmentid=58213] --dj--Joe

Reverse. [attachmentid=58212] --dj--Joe

Searching but can not find anything on this board. Any and all help appreciated. [attachmentid=58211] --dj--Joe

Congratulations on a unique find. Appreciate getting the opportunity to see it. --dj--Joe

Jacky, not a problem. Your question spurred me on to locate the dates. Ulsterman, thank you for the information. --dj--Joe

Jacky, in my incomplete to this point, research. I have 1923 as the date of institution. 1918-1939 as the date of the II Republic . Revived in 1944, from 1952 on the central disc was changed to PRL. I have read it was awarded to foreigners, civilans and soldiers. --dj--Joe

Gentlemen, once again I come before you for assistance. Could some one please surmise how often and under what circumstances the following configuration would occur? Thank you and regards,--dj--Joe [attachmentid=58125]

Wanted to let you know I appreciate being allowed to see the items being posted from collections. I would contribute, however I believe all that I possess have been shown some where within the pages. Current tinnie prices tend to keep me from any further purchases. Please keep showing these most interesting items and know that your efforts are appreciated. If and when I do obtain a new item I will be sure to share. --dj--Joe

Nice one! I have an abiding appreciation for the army daggers. Thanks for showing it. --dj--Joe

Claudio, Sir, my apologies for not replying yesterday. I know how disheartning few or no replys can be. My only excuse is my mind was somewhat preoccupied. Thank you for showing such an outstanding grouping. I must admit I know little of much but I do enjoy learning. Question, on the blue membership document, on the reverse? Is that an advertisment? I wonder if it could be for the firm, HCH TIMM? I have two items marked to this maker but no further knowledge of said maker. Thank you again for showing the grouping. --dj--Joe

Robert, fantastic photos, my thanks for showing them. The knife tossing photo is a stand out along with the bicycle touring photos. Thanks again, --dj--Joe Burgerhaus, it is my understanding that the cap badges came in pin back as you show and also the "safety pin" attachment style. Kevin in Deva, the "safety pin" attachment style membership badge is probably what we see worn on the chest. --dj--Joe

Naxos, thanks. I never before have seen the DRA Sports badge in a solid, concave back form. Interesting piece! --dj--Joe

Naxos, thanks for sharing, good looking stick pins. I admire the riders badge pin. would your DRA pin be marked as my examples below? [attachmentid=56016] --dj--Joe

Any other pole tops? Would like to see more. --dj--Joe

For myself this is an unknown configuration without a ribbon. There is no room to my way of thinking for two ribbons to be attached to this stickpin. Even if there was they would rotate. [attachmentid=54749] Has anyone ever noted an award stickpin like this before. I have seen the button hole stud type with ribbons. Checked through all available period catalogs, No Go. --dj--Joe