Germany, Heer. A Kuban Shield Auction consisting of a correct ribbon

consisting of a correct ribbon fastened with a matching device

marked "1 ARGENT" and flanked by dual cornucopia hallmarks on the edge

55mm (h – inclusive of ornate suspension)

and bearing a central white rayon disc overlaid by a multi-piece black swastika

numbered "118 867 /43"

Germany, Heer. A Kuban Shield Auction consisting of a correct ribbon(Heer Kubanschild). Constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, the obverse features a shield bearing a stylized map of the Kuban region. It is topped by an inscription of KUBAN and a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, flanked by the date 1943. With magnetic metal backplate, and a field grey wool liner, with paper backer, unmarked, the shield measuring 52. 0 mm (w) x 62. 0 mm (h), in worn condition.