Germany, Third Reich. A Case For A National Award Archive Wrapped around the crossguard and

Wrapped around the crossguard and handle is a period original portepee

with an official seal at the bottom right and original signature of Croatian Ustasha Colonel

in dark blue threads

illustrating two seagulls above crossed branches

Germany, Third Reich. A Case For A National Award Archive Wrapped around the crossguard and(Etui). Constructed of a wooden frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the lid bearing a gilt political style German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, the interior with a padded white rayon lid liner and intact hinge cover, with a depressed maroon velvet medal bed likely intended for the storage of a table medal, closing with a functional metal spring catch with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 90 mm (w) x 90 mm