Germany, Ss. An Early Allgemeine Ss Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia certificate_of_authenticity with stylized initials “PH”

with stylized initials “PH”

but with all of its original gilding worn off due to age and wear

Electrician's Mate Third Class Edward William Bauer

and it was conferred upon Officers for a minimum of 25 years of long and faithful service within the Saxon Military

on a thick moisture-resistance black cloth patch

Germany, Ss. An Early Allgemeine Ss Visor Cap Totenkopf Insignia certificate_of_authenticity with stylized initials “PH”(Totenkopf fr Schirmmtze). Constructed of a silvered non ferrous metal alloy, the obverse consisting of an early Danziger style Totenkopf, the reverse with both attachment prongs intact, unmarked, measuring 33. 14 mm (w) x 29. 58 mm (h), weighing 3. 6 grams, with moderate scratching and loss of finish evident, in overall better than very fine condition.