Germany, Imperial. A Husaren-Regiment Nr. 17 Busby Totenkopf Insignia Hold the reverse in postcard format

the reverse in postcard format and bearing handwritten inscriptions dedicated from Cuxhaven ad dated “VIII

Measuring 208 mm (w) x 164 mm (h)

In the past year

and partially from moisture

traces of silvering remains on the obverse

Germany, Imperial. A Husaren-Regiment Nr. 17 Busby Totenkopf Insignia Hold the reverse in postcard format(Braunschweigisches Husaren Regiment Nr. 17 Insignien fr die Pelzmtze). Constructed of silvered bronze, the obverse consisting of a Braunschweiger style Totenkopf, the reverse fitted with a bar perforated with two eyelets, unmarked, measuring 75 mm (w) x 75 mm (h), missing all three of its attachment prongs, a scarce insignia for use on the Braunschweigisches Husaren Regiment Nr. 17 busby, in better than very fine condition.