Traditions-Gauabzeichen Thüringen in Silver

The Thuringia Gau Traditions Badge was instituted on June 17, 1933, by Gauleiter Fritz Sauckel, as a tribute to those who had actively contributed to the rise of the Third Reich. Its design was likely based on the badge created for the Gau meeting in Erfurt. Historical records indicate that the silver version was awarded to approximately 1,000 of the earliest party supporters in the Thuringia Gau.

The award certificate included both the NSDAP membership number and the badge’s serial number, serving also as a permit for wearing it. The document was printed by R. Borkmann of Weimar. However, evidence of serial numbers beyond 1400 suggests that more than 1,000 pieces may have been distributed.

The badge itself is a hollow-stamped item made from a metal alloy in the form of a stylized eagle. The eagle faces left; the left wing extends horizontally with seven stylized feathers, while the right points downward with four feathers. In its talons it holds a horizontal swastika, clasped by three claws.

On the arms of the swastika, raised lettering reads: N°S°D°A°P°. At the center, in larger letters: FÜR TREUE, and below that, in smaller letters: THÜRING°. To the lower right of the swastika are four tail feathers.

The reverse mirrors the front design. On the right arm appears serial number “341”, and on the left, the silver hallmark “0800”. A horizontal flat pin with catch serves as the fastening system.