Germany, HJ. A Rare Gefolgschaftsfahne Flagpole Finial, by J.H. Schmidt & Söhne Archive with light to moderate wear

with light to moderate wear to the core and attractive dark patina on the frame

marked L/18 on reverse

measuring 45 x 62mm

the former with a horizontal pinback replacing its original lugs

an incorrect but period centerpiece

Germany, HJ. A Rare Gefolgschaftsfahne Flagpole Finial, by J.H. Schmidt & Söhne Archive with light to moderate wear(HJ Fahnenspitze fr die Gefolgschaftsfahne). Constructed of aluminum, consisting of a bayonet with a blade fuller and hooked quillon, emanating from a hollow mounting bracket perforated with two eyelets for rivets to secure the finial to an accompanying flagpole, stamped with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code M3 27 for J. H. Schmidt & Shne, Iserlohn, measuring 36 cm in total length, demonstrating minor scratching throughout the base