Germany, Empire. An Imperial Submarine (U-Boot) Badge Auction 1887 in the village of

1887 in the village of Gaisheim

Organized mountain excursions in places called Reichsaustauschlager (Exchange Camps of the Reich) were perceived as helping in this purpose

reverse presents the maker mark OTTILIE OTTO LEIPZIG-GOHLIS

A fine first class Silesian Eagle

An extensive First War period medal bar featuring six decorations

Germany, Empire. An Imperial Submarine (U-Boot) Badge Auction 1887 in the village of(U Boot Kriegsabzeichen). Constructed of gilt bronze; the obverse consisting of an oval laurel wreath, and an Imperial crown and the top of the badge, with a submarine superimposed on the center of the badge; horizontal pinback, with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch; an unmarked example, but typical "WALTER SCHOTT Fec." example; measuring 49. 66 mm (w) x 48. 09 mm (h); a worn example, in overall better than very fine condition.