Nicht-Wehrmachtangehörige (Non-Members of the Armed Forces) Armband (Ärmelbinde).
The Army Mobilization Order of 12.3.1937 introduced a variety of civilian armbands (Nicht-Wehrmachtangehörige Ärmelbinde) that identified non-military personnel performing specific duties or functions for the Armed Forces. As the war progressed additional armbands became necessary as a means to identify the growing number of non-uniformed, and often non-German civilian personnel serving in a military capacity with all branches of the armed forces. As a result, a large selection of identifying armbands were introduced. This particular armband was designed for combatants who were not members of the Armed Forces.
Constructed from a yellow rayon band with reinforced edges. The design features a National eagle with outstretched wings machine embroidered (Bevo like) in black rayon thread. There's no evidence of use, specifically loose threads or holes along the borders, but there is one small hole on the left side at the fold and moderate soil through out.
