For the Upper Danube Region
a silver eight point star with clusters of seven smooth rays
with a crown of Saint Stephen suspension
retaining a period original buckle consisting of a bronze oak leaf wreath overlaid by a five-pointed star bearing a sickle and hammer
the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin - marked “4” for “Steinhauer & Lück
Germany, Imperial. A Mixed Lot of First World War Patriotic Badges and Pins Newly Listed For the Upper Danube Region(Abzeichen und Anstecknadeln). A mixed lot of 17 First World War patriotic badges and pins, with examples constructed of bronze and magnetic metal, with enamels and silver or gilt wash, encompassing examples paying tribute to Germany, Austria Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Bulgaria, issued for purchase as part of fundraising initiatives for the Central Powers during the war, in overall extremely fine condition.