WW2 German Army Officer’s Cap Eagle

The WW2 German Army Officer’s Cap Eagle is a metal insignia originally issued as part of standard headgear for officers of the German Heer during the Second World War. Typically crafted from zinc or aluminum, this eagle features outstretched wings clutching a swastika encircled by a wreath—symbolic elements used by the German military from 1935 to 1945. The eagle was worn above the national cockade on the front of peaked caps, distinguishing the rank and branch of its wearer. Most examples are manufactured in a silver-grey or field-grey finish, consistent with officer’s accoutrements of the period. Attachment points are located on the reverse, usually in the form of prongs or pins, designed for secure fitting to the cap. The design adheres to official military specifications issued by the Oberkommando des Heeres. This item is of interest to collectors focusing on militaria from the era or those researching German military uniforms and insignia.