Horse Rider's badge in bronze.
German: Das Deutsche Reitterabzeichen
Maker marked 'Christian Lauer, Nürnberg'.
Excellent condition. Buntmetal.
Needle and catch in working condition.
The German Horseman's Badge (German: Das Deutsche Reitterabzeichen) also referred to in general terms as the German Equestrian Badge, was a sports decoration of the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany. It was awarded for proficiency in riding horses.
