{"product_id":"east-german-nva-ddr-em-cap-badge","title":"East German NVA DDR EM Cap Badge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an original East German NVA DDR EM Cap Badge, worn on enlisted visor caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCold War Design \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis original \u003cb\u003eMützenkranz\u003c\/b\u003e features the classic national emblem of the former German Democratic Republic (DDR) in the centre. The red-enamelled cockade displays the iconic \u003cb\u003ehammer and compass\u003c\/b\u003e wrapped in a ring of rye, which is flanked by detailed silver-coloured oak leaves. This emblem was standard issue for the East German \u003cb\u003eNationale Volksarmee (NVA)\u003c\/b\u003e from 1956 to 1990.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLightweight Aluminium Construction\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from \u003cb\u003estamped aluminium\u003c\/b\u003e, this lightweight cap badge is built to last without weighing down your visor cap. The metal construction resists rust and corrosion, keeping its shiny silver finish intact. On the back, \u003cb\u003etwo flexible split-pins\u003c\/b\u003e (Splinte) allow you to mount the insignia securely to the cap fabric by hand, requiring no special tools or sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eVersatile Display \u0026amp; Reenactment Use\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cb\u003e4 x 6 cm\u003c\/b\u003e, this size is the standard dimension for enlisted ranks (Mannschaften). It is ideal for \u003cb\u003emilitary collectors\u003c\/b\u003e, Cold War historians, and historical reenactors looking to complete an authentic NVA service uniform. The \u003cb\u003eGrade 1 surplus condition\u003c\/b\u003e ensures that the badge is fully functional and ready for display or immediate field wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComplete your Cold War collection or NVA uniform setup with this original military surplus badge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surplus Quartermasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55778986459521,"sku":"SUPA124G1","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0220\/2076\/files\/a194b4f2088c05f2fa33a91b55230489.webp?v=1780952233","url":"https:\/\/surplusqm.com\/products\/east-german-nva-ddr-em-cap-badge","provider":"Surplus Quartermasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}