German WWII Uniformed Removed Heer Crimea Arm Shield

This is an original German WWII Heer (Army) Crimea Arm Shield, removed from its original uniform. Arm shields such as this were awarded to Wehrmacht soldiers who participated in specific campaigns, with the Crimea Shield denoting service in the intense campaign against Soviet forces in the Crimea between 1941 and 1942. These campaign shields were worn on the left upper sleeve and served both as recognition of service and as a visible symbol of participation in key operations.

This example displays the classic Heer Crimea Shield design with clear detail to the central mounted eagle and swastika atop the defensive turret motif flanked by laurel branches — a design symbolic of combat participation in the Crimean theatre. The shield is in a uniformed removed condition, showing the original stitching and fabric backing that would have affixed it to a tunic, with honest wear consistent with period use and subsequent removal. The metal finish exhibits a mellow patina, and the appliqué detail remains distinct and well defined in the absence of uniform fabric.

Condition is consistent with age and service use, with the shield showing appropriate surface wear and patina while retaining strong design clarity. This removed Crimea Shield represents an authentic and historically important example of WWII German Heer campaign insignia, well suited for collectors of German military patches, campaign awards, and period uniform accoutrements.

Specifications

• Material: Aluminum or Steel; Bronze Finish
• Origin: Germany
• Era: WW2
• Condition: Condition is consistent with age and period use, showing light surface wear while retaining clear detail and strong overall presentation.

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Item Location: World War Medals Case