the medal with the strand of clasps measuring 332 mm in length)
with black reverse straps bearing reinforced buttonholes meeting an identical buttonhole on the main strap
(Silberne Verdienstmedaille mit Schwertern)
the exterior bearing a stamped monogram of King Albert of Saxony
Germany, Third Reich. A Pair Of Volkssturm Armbands Hold the medal with the strand(Volkssturm Armbnder). A pair of Volkssturm armbands, including an official issue piece, constructed of a red and black cotton base, the exterior bearing a white inscription of DEUTSCHER VOLKSSTURM WEHRMACHT, flanked on each side by a Wehrmacht eagle clutching a mobile swastika, unmarked, measuring 180 mm (l) x 62 mm (h), in near extremely fine condition, and; an improvised piece, constructed of orange cotton twill, the exterior bearing a dyed black