WW2 German Tropical Pith Helmet Insignia Pair

The WW2 German Tropical Pith Helmet Insignia Pair consists of two separate emblems designed for use on the sides of the standard-issue pith helmet worn by German military personnel in North Africa and other tropical theaters during World War II. One insignia features the German national colors in a shield-shaped metal badge, while the other displays the Wehrmacht eagle. Both pieces were manufactured from lightweight, stamped metal and finished with enamel paint suitable for use in hot climates. The insignia were attached to the helmet with prongs on the reverse, aligning with the helmet’s pre-set holes. These insignia served both as identification and as a means of displaying national affiliation. Variations in design and materials occurred depending on the producing factory and period of manufacture. The helmet and its insignia are associated with the Afrika Korps and other units operating in similar environments from 1941 to 1943.