A Rare National Political Educational Institute Chained Leader's Dagger By Karl Burgsmuller Auction 1944signed by Oberstleutnant

1944signed by Oberstleutnant

the insignia measuring 205 mm x 215 mm

Accompanied by extensive original documentation including several award documents

Army Transport Staff Collar Tabs - Black felt base with silver trim and blue stripes denoting army branch

missing one of two screwbacks)

A Rare National Political Educational Institute Chained Leader's Dagger By Karl Burgsmuller Auction 1944signed by OberstleutnantWith KARL BURGSMULLER in an arch above BERLIN etched on the blade; crossguards are nickel silver, exhibiting very minor surface wear; wooden grip is light brown colored, without chipping or cracks, minor contact exhibiting moderate wear; blade is in excellent condition, with usual runner marks, otherwise near mint, untouched; blade has deeply etched motto, Mehr sein als scheinen. (Be More Than You Appear to Be); Steel scabbard is straight and without