Up for sale is a beautiful vintage enamel badge featuring the Tyrolean Eagle (Tiroler Adler). This piece belongs to the historical category of "Patriotics" (Patriotika)—items produced to show loyalty and pride during significant historical periods.

​Tyrol had been among the provinces ruled by the Habsburgs since 1363, and its patriotic people remained famously loyal to the dynasty throughout the First World War (1914–1918).

• ​Design: A red eagle facing right with a golden crown and golden talons (armed).

• ​Detailing: Features a golden leaf wreath around its head, symbolizing the region's brave history.

• ​Dimensions: 3.7 cm x 3 cm.

• ​Reverse: Features a pin on the reverse side for attachment to a lapel or hat.

​Condition Report:

• ​Front: The red enamel remains vibrant with a lovely textured finish.

• ​Reverse: As shown in the photos, there is visible solder where the pin is attached, which is characteristic of the manufacturing or repair of these historical badges. The pin is functional.

• ​Please see all high-resolution images for a full view of the item’s vintage character and patina.

This badge is a wonderful example of Alpine heraldry. The laurel wreath was traditionally added to the Tyrolean arms to honor the rebellion of 1809, and these pins were worn with great pride by loyalists through the WWI era and beyond.