WW2 German Navy Kriegsmarine Officer’s Breast Eagle Ceylon (1)

The WW2 German Navy Kriegsmarine Officer’s Breast Eagle, Ceylon pattern, is a uniform insignia utilized by officers of the German naval forces during the Second World War. This embroidered breast eagle features the classic national emblem of a spread-winged eagle perched atop a wreathed swastika, rendered in silver-gray thread on a dark blue backing, consistent with naval uniform colors. The term “Ceylon” refers to this specific style of manufacture, believed to have originated from production facilities in the British colony of Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka), likely under German contract or arrangement for troops stationed or operating in overseas territories. These eagles were sewn above the right breast pocket on the service tunic or dress uniforms worn by Kriegsmarine officers. The piece represents the standard format and materials employed during the era, with attention to detail in stitching quality and design. Such insignia are of historical interest for their association with naval uniforms of the period.