Germany, Wehrmacht. A Totenkopf Ring in Silver visually-hidden exhibiting scuffs on the underside

exhibiting scuffs on the underside of the visor and the expected light soiling on the sweatband from active use

Buckle in silvered nickel with red and black paint on the right end

minor chipping evident in white enamels on the reverse of 9 o'clock arm

2 mm (w) x 22 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension)

Kraus is still a senior lance-corporal

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Totenkopf Ring in Silver visually-hidden exhibiting scuffs on the underside(Totenkopf Ring in Silber). Constructed of a silver alloy, the exterior bearing a raised skull and crossbones executed in the style of a second pattern SS style Totenkopf, flanked by arabesques, unmarked, corresponding to a size 9. 75, weighing 4. 3 grams, a quintessential example of a ring commonly purchased by Wehrmacht and SS personnel in extremely fine condition.