NSDAP

NSDAP Golden Party Badge No. 95275

Small badge for civilian wear, 24 mm. Reverse configuration for buttonhole wear, the original pin assembly has been removed, unmarked maker. Award number 95275. Lightly worn, condition 2.
An interesting variant.

Silver-plated base metal, height 19 mm, on long pin, condition 2.

Bronze-plated zinc alloy, obverse with applied medallion, with ribbon.

large version 30 mm, reverse with horizontal pin assembly, “Deschler & Sohn München 9 GES.GESCH.” with award number 82118. Condition 2

Round plaque made of white biscuit porcelain, diameter 65 mm. In the center the badge of the Gau Party Rally, surrounding inscription “10 Jahre Gau Thüringen der NSDAP 1925 - 1935” with oak leaf wreath. Suspension loop missing.

Approximately 58 mm silver-plated stickpin badge, upright swastika with oak leaf wreath, in the center the enameled insignia of the Carpathian German Party. Condition 2. A very rare decoration.

The Carpathian Germans lived as a German minority in Slovakia. As a national minority, they had the right to their own schools, associations, and press. In 1929, the Carpathian German Party was founded; in 1935, it formed an electoral alliance with the Sudeten German Party. In October 1938, the Carpathian German Party was transformed into the German Party in close alignment with the NSDAP in the German Reich.

heavy 3-piece construction of bronzed fine zinc. Complete with ribbon, in the slightly damaged brown presentation case, base stamped “RZM M1/120”. Unworn, the cross in mint condition, the case condition 2.

Constructed of base metal, height 22 mm. The wreath silver-plated with applied gold-plated national eagle, the ribbon enameled, on reverse the long pin half broken off. 

Small badge for civilian wear, fire-gilt non-ferrous metal, the center finely enameled. Reverse without maker mark, on buttonhole pin mounting with engraving of the award date “30.1.1938”. Lightly worn, in good condition.

Base metal, silver plating worn, blackened inscription “GAU BADEN”, vertical pin assembly on reverse with maker mark Fr. Klett Karlsruhe. Instituted in gold and silver. The silver grade was awarded to Party members who joined the Party before October 27, 1927.

large version for uniform wear, 30 mm, manufactured by Deschler & Sohn, München, reverse with horizontal pin attachment without maker marking "Deschler & Sohn...", "ges. Gesch." and award number " 5095 ". Heavily worn, reverse shows significant age-related wear, condition 3.

Cloth version with silver woven year date. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn above the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

Bronze-plated and toned non-ferrous metal, depicting national eagle “Kreistag der NSDAP Rosenheim 1939”, diameter 4.6 cm, in fitted case, condition 2.

heavy version made of zinc with applied medallion, with long ribbon and the cardboard case, the latter marked RZM M1/15 (Karl Wurster) on the bottom. 

heavy version, silver-plated bronze alloy, blue enameled, medallions separately applied, on original ribbon. Condition 2.

heavy version, silver-plated bronze alloy, blue enameled, the medallions separately applied, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Non-ferrous metal, approx. 56x40 mm, pin back with marking of the wearer.

Manufactured from toned Cupal, reverse marked with manufacturer "Wächtler & Lange Mittweida i. Sa." and award number 1186. 
The Gauleiter of East Prussia Erich Koch instituted this badge on June 16, 1938 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the founding of Gau East Prussia.

hollow pressed, on pin, condition 2.

Frontbann pin, 21 mm, with pin fastener, condition 2.

The Frontbann was an umbrella organization for various right-wing extremist paramilitary organizations banned after the failed Hitler Putsch in the Weimar Republic. It was founded by Ernst Röhm in May 1924. By September of that year, it reportedly had over 30,000 members. After the refounding of the NSDAP in February 1925, the organization began to disintegrate very rapidly.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal. Solid pressed construction, approximately 12 mm.
The Frontbann was a successor organization for various right-wing paramilitary groups (Wehrverbände) that were banned following the failed Hitler Putsch in the Weimar Republic. It was founded by Ernst Röhm in May 1924. By September of that year, it reportedly had over 30,000 members.
After the refounding of the NSDAP in February 1925, the organization began to disintegrate very rapidly.

Small badge for civilian suit, 24 mm. Reverse with wide horizontal pin, without maker mark. Award number 60415. Lightly worn, condition 2.
An interesting variant.

large uniform version, 30 mm, reverse with horizontal pin assembly bearing maker's mark "Deschler & Sohn München", "ges. Gesch." (registered design), and award number "29157". Only lightly worn, condition 2+.
Rarely found in this quality and with such a low award number.

Silver-plated base metal, diameter 28 mm, reverse marked by manufacturer "Fr. Klett Karlsruhe", with thin pin and safety catch closure.

This piece is the 1st Model, manufactured and awarded in 1932. Solid brass-bronze struck and toned. Reverse with thin pin. Worn, with period contemporary repair at upper pin hinge, in good condition 2.
One of the very few originals, extremely rare.

Adolf Hitler traveled on October 14, 1922 in a special train with 650 SA escorts, following an invitation, to the third "German Day" in Coburg. There street fighting and brawls occurred with Communists and Red Front fighters. It was the first violent appearance of the NSDAP outside Munich. In his book Mein Kampf, Hitler particularly highlighted the events as the "March to Coburg" and milestone of the movement. On October 15, 1932, during the Coburg Hitler Days on the occasion of the 10th anniversary, the former participants were decorated with the Coburg Badge of Honor. Thereafter the NSDAP celebrated the events of the "German Day" of 1922 annually.

The Coburg Badge of Honor belonged, along with the German Order, the Blood Order and the Golden Party Badge, to the highest decorations of the NSDAP. In total only 436 "Old Fighters" were decorated with it. Later the party decoration was also awarded honorarily. Until February 1938 there were 418 badge holders, such as for example the former Duke Carl Eduard.

The badge was designed by Louis Walter and modified by Hitler.

The text on the certificate for the award of the party decoration, signed by Adolf Hitler, read:

"The holder of this certificate Party Comrade ... participated in the march in Coburg on October 14/15, 1922. On the occasion of the Ten-Year celebration the Coburg Badge of Honor was awarded to him. Munich, October 1932".

Silver-plated base metal, blackened inscription "GAU BADEN", vertical pin assembly on reverse with maker's mark Fr. Klett Karlsruhe. Lightly worn, condition 2.
The Gau Badge of Honor in Silver was awarded to party members who joined the party before October 27, 1927.

Cloth version with silver woven year date. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn over the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

Pin badge, silver-plated and toned base metal, 43 x 35 mm, vertical oval solidly embossed, slightly convex. Reverse with thin pin and double attachment tabs and marking “Paul Küst Berlin”.
Medal bar with Iron Cross 1914 2nd Class, Honor Cross for Front Fighters and the Faithful Service Decoration 2nd Grade for 25 Years of the Free City of Danzig.
Danzig Cross 2nd Class on ribbon, NSDAP Service Award 1st Grade in Bronze on ribbon. Wound Badge 1918 in Black. With matching ribbon bar with applied miniature of the Danzig Faithful Service Decoration. Included is a photograph of the recipient in customs uniform wearing the decorations.
Also included in documents: the military pass for the Oberjäger in Jäger-Bataillon Fürst Bismarck (Pommersches) Nr. 2 with registered Iron Cross 2nd Class. Award certificate for the customs assistant in Danzig-Neufahrwasser for the Honor Cross for Front Fighters. Authorization certificate for the customs secretary for the Wound Badge in black. Service ID for the Senior Customs Secretary 1940. Discharge certificate from the Wehrbezirkskommando Danzig 1943.

This piece is a prototype that was never awarded. Stickpin cross, slightly convex design. Fire-gilt bronze with polished edges, white enameled. Reverse with wide pin bar. In mint condition.
The cross originates from the former collection of Lothar Hartung, his expert opinions from 1980 and 1987 included. Most likely the award was planned for 30 years of service.
Extremely rare, no other example known to us. Price upon request.

heavy version, bronzed fine zinc, slightly corroded, with ribbon.

16 mm small silver-plated overlay on approximately 30x20 mm amber, with pin attachment.

Construction of non-ferrous metal, height 22 mm. The wreath silver-plated with applied gold-plated national eagle, the bow enameled, reverse with long pin. Complete in an old case. Condition 2.

Cloth version with silver woven year numeral. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn above the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

lightweight aluminum construction, marked “15” in ring (RZM M11/15) Karl Wurster, Markneukirchen, with long ribbon. Condition 2+

large version 30 mm, reverse with horizontal pin assembly, “Deschler & Sohn München 9 GES.GESCH.” with award number 6933. Only lightly worn, condition 2
An interesting variant by the firm Deschler, both the pin assembly as well as the numbering and maker’s mark differ from the usual pieces.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, solid struck, 40 x 32 mm, designed by Prof. Theodor Kärner, reverse with pin and maker mark Deschler & Sohn München, Condition 2

Bronzed zinc, with ribbon, in brown presentation case, base stamped "RZM M1/128".

Large badge for uniform wear, 30 mm, with award number 72111. Reverse with horizontal pin assembly marked by maker “Deschler & Sohn, München N 9”, “Ges. gesch.” (registered design). Together with the small version 24 mm, reverse pin resoldered during period of wear. 
Both pieces only lightly worn, condition 2.

Heavy version, the cross silver-plated, enameled on both sides, with the 20 cm long ribbon, in the blue presentation case, marked on the underside of the base “RZM M1/154” (= Rudolf Souval, Wien). Unworn, condition 2, the case condition 2-.

lightweight version made of bronzed aluminum. Ring marked 8 for E.Schmidthäussler in Pforzheim. With ribbon, in brown presentation case. Condition 2.

heavy version, silver-plated bronze alloy, blue enameled, medallions separately applied, on original ribbon. Condition 2.

Badge for participants of the Party Rally. Hollow embossed construction, toned finish, reverse with horizontal pin. Lightly worn, condition 2+. Very rare.

Silver-plated base metal, blackened inscription “GAU BADEN”, vertical pin assembly on reverse with maker mark Fr. Klett Karlsruhe.

Non-ferrous metal, Maker: “F. Hoffstätter Bonn GES.GESCH.”, Condition 2.

circa 1933, woven cloth construction, silver year numerals on black grosgrain ribbon. The service badge was worn above the armband. Unworn, Condition 1.

large version for uniform wear, 30 mm, manufactured by Deschler & Sohn, Munich, reverse with horizontal pin attachment without maker mark “Deschler & Sohn...”, “ges. Gesch.” (registered design) and award number “55615”. Lightly worn, condition 2.

Toned base metal, circular oak leaf wreath with entwined banner reading "Und Ihr habt doch gesiegt" (And yet you were victorious), center with pierced swastika and 1933, marked "ges.gesch. Deschler & Sohn München", condition 2.

General Gau Honor Badge for membership since 1925. Executed in silver with black lacquered swastika, reverse marked by maker "R. Wächtler & Lange Mittweida 800".

Around 1933, several Gauleiter instituted a Traditional Gau Badge for NSDAP members who had belonged to the party since 1923 or 1925. These included Gau Sachsen, Gau Bayerische Ostmark, Gau Franken, Gau Halle-Merseburg, Gau Hessen-Nassau, Gau Magdeburg-Anhalt, and Gau Mecklenburg-Lübeck. In Sachsen, the honor badge was awarded first. The other Gaue introduced the badge following the same model somewhat later. For the badge with the year 1923, membership in the NSDAP prior to November 9, 1923 was required. For the badge with the year 1925, proven membership since the re-founding on February 27, 1925 was required.

16 mm small silver-plated mount on approximately 30x20 mm amber, with pin attachment.

heavy version made of zinc with applied medallion, with 26 cm long ribbon and cardboard case, the latter marked on the bottom “Erlaubnis RZM M11/7 Dienstauszeichnungen der NSDAP”. 

Tall oval stick pin badge, base metal. Reverse with manufacturer and organization designation “Schlageter Gedächtnis-Bund e.V. Sitz Hannover”, maker “R. Wächtler & Lange Mittweida”, award number 616. Reverse with typical double-pin fastener. Silver plating and blackening no longer visible, somewhat corroded.
The Schlageter-Gedächtnisbund was closely aligned with the NSDAP before 1933, nevertheless from 1934 the wearing of the honor badge with uniform was prohibited.

Blood Order Badge of November 9, 1923, so-called “Blutorden”, 2nd Model. Silver medal, reverse with award number “3034” above silver hallmark “800”. Unworn with beautifully preserved patina, with ribbon, condition 2+. 
Hermann Schmitz was born on January 1, 1881 in Essen as the son of factory worker Diedrich Schmitz and his wife Luise (née Wöhrmann). He attended the Oberrealschule and began a commercial apprenticeship in 1898 at the “Ahrenbergsche Aktiengesellschaft für Bergbau und Hüttenbetrieb” in Essen. In 1905 Hermann Schmitz attended the commercial school in Frankfurt am Main and after joining the Metallurgische Gesellschaft became advisor to the chairman of the supervisory board Wilhelm Merton, who promoted him considerably. In 1914 he participated in World War I and was wounded; after his recovery he was appointed Reich Commissioner for Chemical Production in the War Raw Materials Department in 1915.

In 1919 Schmitz participated as an expert on nitrates and fertilizers in the peace negotiations at Versailles, where he met Carl Bosch. On July 1, 1919 he joined BASF as his financial advisor and was appointed to the board of directors that same year, where he headed the foreign department and advanced to chief financial officer. He assumed this position for the entire conglomerate after the founding of I.G. Farben in 1925. In the 1920s he was responsible, among other things, for I.G.'s contacts with Standard Oil. As financial and economic advisor to various Weimar governments, he used his influence in favor of I.G.

From 1933 Hermann Schmitz served as a deputy of the NSDAP in the Reichstag. His NSDAP membership number was 26802. In 1935 he succeeded Carl Duisberg as General Director of I.G. after his death. In 1938 he was appointed “Wehrwirtschaftsführer” (Defense Economy Leader). On his 60th birthday he received a portrait from Adolf Hitler with dedication. After the war he was arrested by the U.S. Army and sentenced to 4 years imprisonment for “plunder and spoliation” in the Nuremberg I.G. Farben Trial. After his early release in 1950 he became a member of the supervisory board of Deutsche Bank in Berlin and honorary chairman of the supervisory board of Rheinische Stahlwerke. Hermann Schmitz died on October 8, 1960 in Heidelberg.

Round plaque of white biscuit porcelain, diameter 65 mm. In the center the badge of the Gau Party Congress, surrounding inscription “10 Jahre Gau Thüringen der NSDAP 1925 - 1935” with oak leaf wreath. Suspension loop missing.

Badge of Honor of November 9, 1923, so-called “Blood Order”, 2nd Model. Silver medal, reverse with award number “1857” above silver hallmark “800”. On original sewn ribbon. Lightly worn with very attractive dark patina, condition 2. 
The Blood Order with award number 1857 was awarded to one of the 177 recipients on nomination list No. VII of May 30, 1939. The recipients came primarily from Niederösterreich, Kärnten and Tirol as well as some from the Altreich who were subsequently submitted for award for their prison sentences.

The Badge of Honor of November 9, 1923 was instituted on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the “National Socialist uprising of November 9, 1923” by the Führer of the NSDAP Adolf Hitler. The manner of wearing was regulated by decree on February 11, 1934. The award criteria designated the following eligible recipients:
1. Members of the SA, members of the Bund Reichskriegsflagge and Oberland, which were united in the Deutscher Kampfbund, who participated in the fighting on November 8/9, 1923.
2. Members of the above-mentioned organizations, the police and Wehrmacht, who sided with the putschists and thereby lost their positions or requested dismissal on account of their political stance, regardless of whether they fought or not.
3. Members of the above-mentioned organizations who were set in march for combat operations but did not see action because they were stopped by government forces or failed to reach the deployment location due to force majeure.
The award required uninterrupted membership in the NSDAP before January 30, 1933 or in the SA. On May 30, 1938, the awards that had been suspended on April 1, 1935 were resumed and the circle of recipients was expanded. This included all those imprisoned who had served a prison sentence of at least 1 year in the Weimar Republic for their struggle for the NSDAP movement in Germany and Austria. Of the 1st Model of the Blood Order, only 1,500 awards were made from 1934 to 1935. Of the 2nd Model, pieces with award numbers up to approximately 4300 are known. The official records end with the year 1942. The Blood Order was considered the highest decoration of the NSDAP.

hollow embossed, pin repaired, condition 2.

Small version for wear on civilian clothing. Diameter 24 mm. Silver-plated brass and finely enameled, reverse with horizontal pin and maker mark "RZM M 1/120" (= Wilhelm Deumer, Lüdenscheid). Unworn, however a small enamel damage at the lower right edge. Condition 2.

As part of the creation of the German Order of the Greater German Reich, a new subdivision of the Honor Badge of the NSDAP was also planned after the final victory. The actual party badge was considered the lowest grade, followed by the Silver and Gold Honor Badges as well as the Runic Star. The highest party decorations were the German Order in its various grades.
In the USA there exists a large presentation case with all grades of the German Order as well as the Gold and Silver Honor Badges of the NSDAP, each with the maker mark "RZM M 1/120".

Small badge for civilian wear, 24 mm. Typical production by  Jos. Fuess, München, however without maker's mark. Award number 51345. The enamel undamaged. Heavily worn, condition 2-3.

large version for uniform wear, 30 mm, manufactured by Deschler & Sohn, Munich, reverse with horizontal pin assembly without maker mark “Deschler & Sohn...”, “ges. Gesch.” (registered design) and award number “88318”. Ground find, cleaned, reverse shows significant age-related wear, condition 3.

Cloth version with silver woven year date. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn above the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

, official participant badge for British attendee “Baldwin”, aluminum badge, gold-plated, with pin fitting featuring blue ribbon bow and enameled British flag, on name bar marked with maker “Brehmer Markneukirchen”, condition 2.

Round pin badge, diameter 45 mm. Obverse with large national eagle with 2 fasces and inscription. Reverse with vertical pin, marked by German manufacturer in Rome “Julius Nottbrock via Fattina 147 Roma”. Design by S. Fuchs. Condition 2.

Bronze-plated non-ferrous metal, height 55 mm, 

Large heavy silver-plated medal, diameter 60 mm, obverse features large national eagle with inscription. Weight 56.7 grams. Reverse reads "In commemoration of the 15th anniversary, dedicated by the City of Ingolstadt 11.12.1937". Condition 2.
The commemorative medal was awarded to all Old Fighters of the city of Ingolstadt. Rare.

Badge for participants of the Party Rally. Toned hollow-embossed execution, reverse with horizontal pin. Lightly worn, condition 2+. Very rare.

Zinc construction, with pin, maker: W.Annetsberger München SW2, condition 2-.

Small badge for civilian suit, gilded base metal, the center finely enameled. Reverse without maker mark, on buttonhole brooch mounting with engraving of the award date “30.1.1943”. Lightly worn, in good condition.

large uniform version, 30 mm, reverse with horizontal pin assembly, “Deschler & Sohn München”.

Round plaque, bronze-toned, diameter 45 mm. Obverse in the form of the official badge for guests of the state visit: large national eagle with 2 fasces, inscription “Staatsbesuch Adolf Hitlers in Italien 1938”. Reverse “Für treue Mitarbeit in der Landesgruppe Italien der AO der NSDAP”.

Aluminum, 26mm, “Wir helfen” (We Help), Condition 2.

Small badge for civilian dress, 24 mm. Reverse with buttonhole brooch fitting, unmarked but typical manufacture “Jos. Fuess, München”. Award number 59068. Worn piece with minor enamel damage, condition 2.

Cloth version with silver woven year date. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn over the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

Blood Order Badge of November 9, 1923, so-called “Blutorden”, 2nd Model. Silver medal, reverse side with silver hallmark “800”, without award number. On original ribbon. The original toning is still preserved to over 90%. Condition 2+.

The badge comes from the estate of the recipient Johann Uth (*24.3.1894 +3.9.1963). This is an official replacement piece, which was issued by the NSDAP after loss of the awarded original following a corresponding application.
The Blood Order Badge of November 9, 1923 was instituted on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the “National Socialist uprising of November 9, 1923” by the leader of the NSDAP Adolf Hitler. The wearing regulations were established by decree on February 11, 1934. The award criteria stipulated the following eligible recipients:
1. Members of the SA, members of the Bund Reichskriegsflagge and Oberland, which were united into the Deutscher Kampfbund, who participated in the fighting on November 8/9, 1923.
2. Members of the above-mentioned organizations, the police and Wehrmacht, who sided with the putschists and thereby lost their positions or requested discharge due to their political stance, regardless of whether they fought or not.
3. Members of the above-mentioned organizations who were set in march for combat operations but did not see action because they were stopped by government forces or could not reach the deployment site due to force majeure.
The award required uninterrupted membership in the NSDAP before January 30, 1933 or in the SA. On May 30, 1938, the awards that had been suspended on April 1, 1935 were resumed and the circle of recipients was expanded. This included all prisoners who had served a prison sentence of at least 1 year in the Weimar Republic for their struggle for the NSDAP movement in Germany and Austria. Of the 1st Model of the Blood Order, only 1500 awards were made from 1934 to 1935. Of the 2nd Model, pieces with award numbers up to approximately 4300 are known. The official records end with the year 1942. The Blood Order was considered the highest decoration of the NSDAP.

Bronze-toned, approximately 100 x 135 mm, depicting: sovereign eagle within oak leaf wreath and the cross of the Schlageter-National-Denkmal in Düsseldorf-Derendorf, with text “Der Alten Garde - Für treuen Kampfdienst zu Ehren Adolf Hitlers - NSDAP Gau Düsseldorf”, reverse side with stamped award number 101.
These plaques were presented on September 30, 1933 during a ceremonial event to the Alte Kämpfer of the Gau Düsseldorf of the NSDAP along with an honor certificate. The highest award number known to us at this time is No. 404.

Large badge, fire-gilt base metal, the center finely enameled. The marking “Ges.Gesch” is covered by the horizontal pin bar, with engraved award date “30.1.1943”. Small badge for civilian wear, fire-gilt base metal, the center finely enameled. On horizontal pin bar with engraving of award date “30.1.1943”. Accompanying the War Merit Cross 1939 with Swords 1st Class and the ribbon bar with the Iron Cross 1914 2nd Class, the Honor Cross for Frontline Combatants 1934, the NSDAP Long Service Awards 1st and 2nd Grade.
Hermann Knapp, councilor with the Deutsche Reichsbahn, is listed at the time of the 1943 award as Bereichsleiter and Gauamtsleiter Essen/Ruhr.

Non-ferrous metal, maker: “F. Hoffstätter Bonn GES.GESCH.”, condition 2.

hollow embossed, on pin, condition 2.

Commemorative badge for the 10th anniversary of death. Non-ferrous metal, solid struck, reverse inscribed “Neumarkt i.d. Obpf. Geburts- u. Vaterstadt Dietrich Eckarts”. Condition 2.

Dietrich Eckart died on December 26, 1923 in Berchtesgaden as a result of his imprisonment due to his participation in the events of November 9, 1923. Condition 2.
Dietrich Eckart was a publicist, publisher, early adherent of National Socialism and ideological mentor to Adolf Hitler.

large version 30 mm, reverse with horizontal pin, “GES.GESCH.” with award number 31633. Lightly worn, condition 2.

The recipient was Karl Keiner, Ortsgruppenleiter and mayor of Asslar, Hessen.

This piece is a prototype that was never awarded. Fire-gilt bronze with polished edges, white enameled on both sides. Complete with neck ribbon suspension and long assembled neck ribbon. In mint condition.
The cross originates from the former collection of Lothar Hartung, his expertise certificate from 1987 included. Most likely the award was planned for 35 years of service.
Extremely rare, no other example known to us. Price upon request.

Silver medal, unworn, original patina 100% preserved, reverse with award number “3191” above silver hallmark “800”, with original sewn ribbon with suspension hook with opening for buttonhole. Complete in matching presentation case for the Blood Order 2nd Model, exterior with imprint “8./9. November 1923”. Interior with silk lining and velvet insert.
The recipient was Stefan Wabnegger from Judenburg in Steiermark. 
The Badge of Honor of November 9, 1923 was instituted on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the “National Socialist uprising of November 9, 1923” by the Leader of the NSDAP Adolf Hitler. The manner of wear was regulated by decree on February 11, 1934.
On May 30, 1938, the awards that had been discontinued on April 1, 1935 were resumed and the circle of recipients was expanded. This included all prisoners who had served a prison sentence of at least 1 year in the Weimar Republic for their struggle for the NSDAP movement in Germany and Austria.
Of the 1st Model of the Blood Order, only 1500 awards were made from 1934 to 1935. Of the 2nd Model, pieces with award numbers up to approximately 4300 are known. The official records end with the year 1942.
The Blood Order was considered the highest decoration of the NSDAP.

Cloth version with silver woven year numerals. The badge was instituted in 1931 and worn above the armband. Unworn, condition 2.

Silver medal, unworn, original toning 100% preserved, reverse with award number “3511” above silver hallmark “800”, with original sewn ribbon and suspension hook, also unworn. Complete in matching presentation case for the Blood Order 2nd Model, exterior with imprint “8./9. November 1923”. Underside with original label “3511 Kleins...”. The Blood Order is in mint condition, the case condition 2. Very rarely found in this quality.

The recipient was Josef Kleins... from St. Veit an der Glan, who was arrested and convicted for an attempted bomb attack on a bridge. After 1938, the recipient resided in Wien and appears on Blood Order nomination list No. XXIV dated February 14, 1941. 
The complete name of the recipient will be provided to the buyer.

The Badge of Honor of November 9, 1923 was instituted on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the “National Socialist uprising of November 9, 1923” by the leader of the NSDAP Adolf Hitler. The manner of wearing was regulated by decree on February 11, 1934.
On May 30, 1938, awards that had been discontinued on April 1, 1935 were resumed and the circle of recipients expanded. This included all prisoners who had served a prison sentence of at least 1 year in the Weimar Republic for their struggle for the NSDAP movement in Germany and Austria.
Of the 1st Model of the Blood Order, only 1500 awards were made from 1934 to 1935. Of the 2nd Model, pieces with award numbers up to approximately 4300 are known. Official records end with the year 1942.
The Blood Order was considered the highest decoration of the NSDAP.