WW2 German Anti-Partisan Badge Lapel Pin

The WW2 German Anti-Partisan Badge Lapel Pin is a miniature representation of the award issued by Nazi Germany during the Second World War. The original Anti-Partisan Badge (Bandenkampfabzeichen) was instituted in 1944 and bestowed upon members of the Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS, police, and auxiliaries participating in anti-partisan operations in occupied territories. The design features a sword surmounted by a national eagle and swastika, set against a wreath of oak leaves, with a snake symbolizing partisans encircling the blade. This lapel pin is crafted as a scaled-down version for civilian wear, retaining key details of the full-sized decoration. The item provides historical insight into the awards system and internal security operations of the era. Such pins are often collected for their historical associations and as examples of wartime insignia. This piece is intended for those interested in military history or the study of World War II awards and decorations.