Name badges and tokens

The Name Badges and Tokens section at Milshed features a wide array of authentic military insignia and identification gear. Here you will find original emblems sourced from various armed forces—ranging from classic sew-on fabric badges to modern Velcro-backed unit identifiers. It is the premier destination for collectors, reenactors, and active personnel looking to personalize their gear with genuine history.

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Bundeswehr BW Diamond Rosette Cockade Patch (3 x 3 cm, Textile Sew-On)

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Authentic German Federal Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) textile rosette patch in a diamond-shaped backing. Measuring approximately 3 x 3 cm, this embroidered German national roundel/cockade badge is designed for service caps, berets, garrison side caps, and military tunic collar points across Army, Air Force, and Navy formations. Featuring high-density stitching on a durable fabric diamond, this sew-on cockade is an essential piece for uniform restoration, militaria collectors, and historical reenactors.

Official Bundeswehr Symbol: Authentic embroidered German national cockade in textile form.
Diamond Backing Design: Shaped fabric patch measuring approximately 3 x 3 cm.
Universal Headgear & Collar Application: Worn on berets, side caps, field caps, and uniforms.
Sew-On Backing: Designed for permanent stitching onto military uniforms and headgear.
0.70 €
1.00 €

Bundeswehr Luftwaffe Pilot Wings Patch Subdued Green (Flecktarn Field Version, 6 x 1.5 cm, Sew-On)

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Authentic subdued field version of the German Federal Armed Forces Air Force (Bundeswehr Luftwaffe) Pilot Wings patch. Featuring an olive-green backing with detailed white embroidered flight wings, this low-visibility tactical patch represents Luftwaffe aviation personnel. Measuring approximately 6 x 1.5 cm with a durable sew-on backing, it is designed for attachment to Flecktarn combat jackets, flight suits, field coats, caps, and militaria patch collections.

Official Luftwaffe Emblem: Authentic subdued field insignia patch featuring Bundeswehr flight wings.
Tactical Olive/white Motif: Low-visibility green canvas with detailed black embroidery.
Compact Field Size (6 x 1.5 cm): Standard narrow format for flight suits, pocket flaps, and caps.
Sew-On Application: Designed for permanent stitching onto combat uniforms and tactical gear.
1.00 €

East German NVA / German Fabric Cap Cockade 22mm (Tricolor Roundel, Embroidered, Unissued)

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Authentic unissued fabric cap cockade (Kokarde / Roundel) featuring the classic German national tricolor (Black/Red/Gold) concentric rings. Measuring 22 mm in diameter, this embroidered fabric insignia patch was used on enlisted garrison side caps (Schiffchen), field caps, and work headgear across German military and armed services formations. Genuine military surplus preserved in pristine, unissued condition—ideal for uniform restoration, militaria collectors, and historical reenactors.

Genuine Military Surplus: Authentic unissued military issue fabric cockade patch.
National Tricolor Design: Embroidered concentric roundel in classic Black, Red, and Gold.
Compact Size (22 mm): Standard diameter for side caps, field caps, and fatigue headgear.
Pristine Condition: Unissued new-old-stock (NOS) preserved in clean, original condition.
0.55 €

East German NVA Fabric Cap Cockade 22mm (Embroidered / Army, Air Force, Navy & Border Guard, Unissued)

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Authentic unissued East German National People's Army (NVA) fabric cap cockade (Kokarde). Measuring 22 mm in diameter, this circular embroidered roundel features the iconic GDR state emblem (Hammer and Compass framed by rye stalks) in rich metallic-style thread on a fabric backing. Standard issue across all branches of the East German armed forces—including the Army (Landstreitkräfte), Air Force (LSK/LV), Navy (Volksmarine), and Border Guard (Grenztruppen der DDR)—for wear on enlisted field caps, garrison side caps (Schiffchen), and fatigue headgear. Genuine Cold War military surplus preserved in pristine, unissued condition.

Genuine NVA Military Issue: Authentic East German surplus from official GDR military stocks.
Universal Branch Compatibility: Worn by Army, Navy, Air Force, and Border Guard enlisted personnel.
Compact Size (22 mm): Standard diameter for side caps, field caps, and fatigue headgear.
Pristine Condition: Unissued new-old-stock (NOS) preserved in original condition.
0.55 €

East German NVA Grey EM Collar Tabs Matched Pair (Air Defense / White Waffenfarbe, Unissued)

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Authentic new-old-stock East German Army (NVA) enlisted men's collar tabs (Kragenspiegel) supplied as a matched pair. Constructed on a grey linen backing with dark-piped edges, each tab features BeVo-style flat-weave aluminium-thread "Doppellitze" bars set against white Waffenfarbe, identifying the wearer as belonging to the NVA Air Defense / Luftstreitkräfte-Luftverteidigung (LSK/LV) branch. Genuine GDR military surplus preserved in pristine, unissued condition—ideal for Cold War uniform restoration, militaria collectors, and historical reenactors.

Authentic NVA Issue: Genuine GDR military surplus from former East German army stocks.
Branch Identification: White Waffenfarbe indicating Air Defense / Air Force (LSK/LV).
Rank & Style: Enlisted Men (EM / Mannschaften) with aluminium-thread BeVo Doppellitze.
Pristine Condition: Unissued new-old-stock (NOS) sold as a matched pair.
3.50 €

East German NVA Volksmarine White Star Sleeve Braid 50mm (Corvette Captain / Lieutenant Commander)

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Authentic East German National People's Army (NVA Volksmarine) uniform sleeve braid set featuring a woven white rank star. Measuring 50 mm (5 cm) in total width and approximately 38 cm in strip length, this original naval insignia corresponds to the rank of Korvettenkapitän (Lieutenant Commander). Designed for dress tunics and parade jackets, it is an essential piece for militaria collectors, naval uniform restoration, and historical reenactors specializing in Cold War military heritage.

Genuine NVA Volksmarine Issue: Authentic East German naval rank insignia strip.
Rank Classification: Korvettenkapitän (Lieutenant Commander / Kapitänleutnant rank band).
Dimensions: 50 mm (5 cm) total width × approx. 38 cm strip length.
Key Feature: Distinctive woven white officer star emblem on gold/blue naval braid background.
3.90 €

East German NVA Volksmarine Sleeve Braid 50mm (Kapitän zur See / Captain)

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Authentic East German National People's Army (NVA Volksmarine) uniform sleeve rank braid (Ärmelstreifen) for the rank of Kapitän zur See (Captain / Naval Captain). Measuring 50 mm (5 cm) in total width and approximately 37 cm in strip length. Designed for dress tunics and parade coats, it is an essential piece for militaria collectors, naval uniform restoration, and historical reenactors specializing in Cold War military heritage.

Genuine NVA Volksmarine Issue: Authentic East German naval cuff rank braid.
Rank Classification: Kapitän zur See (Captain / Naval Captain rank specification).
Dimensions: 50 mm (5 cm) total width × approx. 37 cm strip length.
3.90 €

East German Border Guard (Grenztruppen) Officer Collar Tabs Pair (Black Wool / Silver Pillars, Unissued)

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Authentic unissued pair of East German (NVA / Grenztruppen der DDR) Border Guard Officer Collar Tabs (Kragenspiegel). Constructed on premium black wool backing representing the Border Guard branch, each tab features finely detailed metallic officer pillars (Offiziersdoppellitze). Sourced from unissued GDR military stocks, these genuine Cold War officer insignia pieces are an essential addition for uniform restoration, militaria collectors, and historical displays.

Authentic GDR Issue: Genuine East German Border Guard (Grenztruppen) officer insignia.
Branch Construction: Fine black wool/felt backing with distinct silver-colored officer pillars.
Rank Classification: Officer rank level (Offiziere).
Unissued Condition: Preserved in unissued new-old-stock condition, sold as a matched pair.
3.50 €