WW2 German Wehrmacht – 'ERINNERUNG AN DIE BESATZUNGSZEIT 1943' KEY TAG – NICE!

You are bidding on a VERY NICE and 100% ORIGINAL WW2 German Wehrmacht Souvenir Key Tag, produced during the occupation period and engraved 'ERINNERUNG AN DIE BESATZUNGSZEIT 1943'!During the Second World War, German soldiers serving in occupied France commonly purchased locally produced souvenir items such as key tags, medallions, and plaques bearing town names, civic crests, and occupation-period inscriptions. These items were privately made and were not official military awards, but they offer an important glimpse into everyday soldier life and occupation-era material culture.Made of a stamped alloy, this item is in EXCELLENT used condition! Featuringthe raised civic coat of arms of Bar-le-Duc on the front, and the original engraved occupation inscription, 'ERINNERUNG AN DIE BESATZUNGSZEIT 1943' ('In Memory of the Occupation Period 1943). The reverse is marked 'BAR-LE-DUC', identifying the occupied French town in the Meuse department. It retains its original chain and clasp and shows age toning, surface wear, and patina throughout. Would make a PERFECT addition to anycollection or display!