Germany Löwenorden / Order of the Lion Colonial Decoration – 1st Class

Germany – Order of the Lion, 1st Class Colonial Decoration Breast Badge (South West Africa)An original German Lion Order colonial breast badge, issued in connection with service relating to German South West Africa, and associated with the post–First World War colonial veterans’ movement.The Lion Order (commonly referred to as the Löwenorden, though more accurately known as the Kolonialauszeichnung) was instituted in 1922 by the German Colonial Veterans League (Deutscher Kolonialkriegerbund). This example represents the 1st Class award, produced in white metal and intended to be worn as a breast badge.On the reverse, the badge is inscribed “In memoriam”. Below, the maker is marked “GES. GESCH.” (Gesetzlich Geschützt – legally protected), along with the stamped issue number “Nr. 34162”. The original vertical pin fastening remains intact and functional.Condition:Good original condition. Details remain clear and sharp. Complete with original pin fastening (please see photographs for exact condition).A scarce and historically significant German colonial award, well suited to collections of Imperial German decorations, First World War medals, African colonial history, or German overseas service insignia.Explore our full range of other world military badges and insignia here.Height: 45mmWidth: 46mm