An exceptional original Nationalsozialistische Frauenschaft (NS-Frauenschaft) membership badge, manufactured by the respected RZM-approved firm Fritz Zimmermann, Stuttgart (RZM M1/72). This attractive example features the scarcer gold/yellow enamel border, making it a particularly desirable variation for advanced collectors of Third Reich political insignia.
The triangular enamel badge displays the official NS-Frauenschaft design with the organisation’s name across the upper panel, a white cross centred by a red swastika, and stylised runic symbols set against contrasting black enamel fields. The colours remain vibrant, while the reverse carries the official RZM approval mark together with the maker code M1/72and retains its original pin assembly.
Gold-bordered examples are encountered far less frequently than the standard black-bordered badges and represent an excellent opportunity to acquire a scarce variation from an identified manufacturer.
€ 200
1 in stock
The Nationalsozialistische Frauenschaft (NS-Frauenschaft) was established in 1931 as the official women’s organisation of the NSDAP. Following the party’s rise to power in 1933, it became responsible for promoting welfare initiatives, family policy, education and the ideological role of women within National Socialist Germany.
Membership badges identified women affiliated with the organisation and were worn on civilian clothing during official functions, meetings and public events. These enamel badges were manufactured under strict quality control by the Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM), ensuring consistency across licensed producers.
The reverse is crisply stamped:
RZM M1/72
This code identifies Fritz Zimmermann of Stuttgart, an officially licensed producer of NSDAP metal insignia. Named manufacturer examples are increasingly appreciated by collectors, particularly when the RZM mark remains sharp and fully legible.
This badge exhibits all the characteristics expected of an original wartime example.
Die-struck metal construction
High-quality fired enamel
Scarce gold/yellow enamel border
Crisp gilt lettering
Official RZM maker mark
RZM M1/72 – Fritz Zimmermann
Original pin, hinge and catch
Fine period workmanship
The enamel remains bright and well preserved, while the reverse displays an attractive untouched patina consistent with careful preservation.
Presented in very good original condition, the badge retains excellent colour and gloss across all enamel surfaces. The lettering remains sharp and fully legible, and the reverse maker mark is deeply struck.
The original pin assembly is complete and functions correctly. Honest age-related toning enhances the authenticity and display appeal of this original wartime piece.
Original NS-Frauenschaft membership badges have become increasingly popular with collectors of Third Reich political insignia. Examples retaining a clearly identifiable RZM maker code command stronger interest, while scarcer coloured border variants such as this gold/yellow example are significantly more difficult to locate than the standard black-bordered issue.
Combined with the desirable Fritz Zimmermann (M1/72) attribution, this badge represents an excellent addition to any advanced collection of NSDAP insignia.
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