Rare German WWII 21st Waffen Mountain Division "Skanderbeg" Albanian Sleeve Shield

A rare German WWII Albanian volunteer sleeve shield associated with the 21st Waffen Mountain Division of the SS “Skanderbeg”. The insignia features a red shield with a black double-headed Albanian eagle embroidered on dark backing.

The division was formed in 1944 and was composed largely of Albanian personnel. The double-headed eagle was used as a national identifier, giving the insignia a particularly distinctive appearance among German foreign-volunteer sleeve shields.

This example is described as uniform removed and in Fine condition, preserving the character of a period-worn piece.

Highlights

• 21st Waffen Mountain Division “Skanderbeg” association
• Albanian double-headed eagle design
• Red shield on dark backing
• Uniform removed
• Fine condition

Condition

Fine overall condition with wear and edge characteristics consistent with a uniform-removed cloth insignia. Please review all photographs for exact embroidery, backing, stitching, and removal traces.

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