{"product_id":"german-ww2-diplomatic-corps-formal-collar-tabs-extremely-rare","title":"German WW2 Diplomatic Corps Formal Collar Tabs EXTREMELY RARE!","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese EXTREMELY rare\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerman WWII Diplomatic Corps collar tabs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewere worn exclusively on the Formal Evening Dress Uniform, distinguishing members of the Reich's diplomatic service from other branches of government and military authority. The tabs measure approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 inches wide by 4.25 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeach and exhibit correct period construction consistent with high-level ceremonial insignia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Diplomatic Corps occupied a unique position within the Third Reich, operating outside the standard military hierarchy while still maintaining strict uniform regulations and insignia distinctions. Collar tabs for formal wear were reserved for elite functions, official receptions, and state occasions, making them among the least commonly encountered uniform components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Diplomatic Corps insignia are scarce and highly collectible due to limited production and specialized use. These collar tabs represent an uncommon and refined example of Third Reich formal dress accoutrements, well suited for advanced collectors of German diplomatic or high-level government insignia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003eWe were privileged to receive first right of refusal on an expansive and long-held\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas WWII veteran collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, assembled over a lifetime by a gentleman in his 80s who recently chose to part with his holdings in full. Opportunities to acquire intact collections of this depth and integrity are exceedingly rare, and we secured the collection in its entirety. Within it were exceptionally scarce and highly unusual pieces of German wartime memorabilia seldom encountered on the open market.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e5-star rated store trusted by collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eFast, reliable shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eExpertly handled collectibles, always packed with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eINTERNAL USE:\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43631834595402,"sku":"WIW1164","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/27537729.jpg?v=1779736645","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/german-ww2-diplomatic-corps-formal-collar-tabs-extremely-rare","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}