Austria, Empire. A Scarce Submarine “U-Boot” Badge, c. 1916 Auction Archive large size (80mm x 98mm)

large size (80mm x 98mm)

silver gilt and finely executed red

The smock is stencilled in black ink "PARKER" between the wings and the left breast pocket

very minor enamel chipping at the end of the arms

Above the cuff of the same sleeve

Austria, Empire. A Scarce Submarine “U-Boot” Badge, c. 1916 Auction Archive large size (80mm x 98mm)(U Boot Abzeichen). Instituted in 1914. Constructed of blackened white metal, consisting of a fouled anchor flanked on either side by U and B respectively, the reverse with a tong constructed of matching white metal (previously repaired replaced), unmarked, measuring 35. 0 mm (w) x 54. 2 mm (l), weighing 26. 54 grams, a scarce and well preserved example in extremely fine condition.