Hoch-und Deutschmeister

24.3.05

Ordered created and issued late in the war, this cuff title was designed to raise the status of Reichsgrenadier-Regiment 134.  Originally raised in Vienna, the regiment was destroyed at and rebuilt after Stalingrad.  Members of  this unit additionally wore the Stalingrad Cross on the shoulder epaulette.  While it is difficult to prove this cuff title was ever issued and worn, it sparks great interests   Detailed from veteran's post war l examples Abzeichenamt offers this piece in the issue heavy thread embroidered pattern as well as the private purchase, metal bullion "officer's pattern."  Each $27.50.