Germany, SS. A Model 1936 Chained Service Dagger visually-hidden A First War period issue

A First War period issue in bronze gilt and beautifully detailed red enamels

on period original silk sash

with period buckle

Royal Canadian Legion Meritorious Service Medal Award Document: inscribed "THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION / Donald J

Germany, SS. A Model 1936 Chained Service Dagger visually-hidden A First War period issue(SS Dienstdolch M36). An extremely well preserved SS Model 1936 Chained Service Dagger, measuring 36. 5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 22 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. Acid etched onto the obverse of the blade is an inscription of MEINE EHRE HEIT TREUE (MY HONOUR IS LOYALTY) in Fraktur script, retaining its full patination to provide a striking contrast to the base