WW2 German Army 13th Company Button

This listing is for a World War II German Army 13th Company uniform button. This type of button was standard issue for enlisted personnel and non-commissioned officers in the German Heer (Army) during the Second World War. The button is constructed from zinc or similar alloy, featuring the number “13” embossed on the front, indicating assignment to the 13th Company within a military unit. The reverse side typically includes a shank for attachment to the tunic. Such buttons were commonly produced in various sizes to accommodate placement on tunics or field blouses, and the materials used reflect the wartime shift from brass to less strategic metals. Company-numbered buttons served both practical and administrative purposes, aiding in identification and organization within a regiment. Items like this provide insight into the structure and daily uniform practices of the Wehrmacht during the period of 1939-1945. Condition and specific manufacturer details may vary by individual specimen.