An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Obermaschinistenmaat Shoulder Board Pair Auction numbered "17277" on the edge

numbered "17277" on the edge

from fine to very fine

He later went on to fight in the First Battle of the Marne

clasp retains over 95% of original finish

inscribed "VIMY PILGRIMAGE" above and a wreath of poppies below

An Imperial German Navy (Kaiserliche Marine) Obermaschinistenmaat Shoulder Board Pair Auction numbered "17277" on the edgeBlack wool upper and underside, the upper with a large gilt bronze anchor bearing a gear (Engine Room) and surmounted by the Imperial crown with a flowing ribbon banner, button hole for uniform attachment and housing a brass button bearing an anchor surmounted by the Imperial crown, 37. 5 mm x 108 mm each, scattered gilt wear and surface rust on the insignias, extremely fine. (C: 102)