German Third Reich Hitler Youth (HJ) supporter badge, RZM M1/15, Ferdinand Hoffstätter
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
WWII era, Third Reich
This is an authentic German Hitler Youth (HJ) supporter badge from the Third Reich era. The insignia is designed in a characteristic rhombus or diamond shape, which incorporates a central swastika motif.
The badge features detailed enamel work, with a black background, white horizontal swastika arms, and vibrant, stippled translucent red vertical arms. The construction utilizes a tombac or similar base metal, finished with a functional horizontal pin-back fastener for attachment to clothing. The reverse side bears official authenticity marks, including the circular RZM (Reichszeugmeisterei) logo and the manufacturer's code M1/15.
This specific code identifies the piece as a product of the firm Ferdinand Hoffstätter, based in Bonn am Rhein, which was a recognized producer of period awards and insignia during the era. The piece measures approximately 23 mm by 13 mm, maintaining its original enamel finish and structural details. This badge served as an officially sanctioned emblem for members or the public to demonstrate affiliation with the Hitlerjugend organization.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Fastener
- Horizontal pin-back
- Material
- Tombac or base metal
- Dimensions
- 23x13 mm
Technical characteristics
- Authenticity mark
- RZM logo
- Manufacturer code
- M1/15
Design
- Motif
- Swastika
- Shape
- Rhombus (diamond)
- Enamel colors
- Black, white, stippled translucent red
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Ferdinand Hoffstätter
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.