Original Badge - 5th SED Congress - Sozialistische Einheitspartei Deutschlands - 1958 - Enameled - Cold War - East Germany GDR / DDR Military Surplus - Good Condition

      Original badge issued in 1958 to commemorate the 5th Congress of the Socialist Unity Party of Germany (SED - Sozialistische Einheitspartei Deutschlands), held in the German Democratic Republic (GDR / DDR).

         Made of enameled metal, this badge is a distinctive symbol of Cold War political propaganda. The design depicts a strong hand holding the workers' flag, a motif representing the ideology and symbolism of the SED.

         The obverse bears the inscription "V. Parteitag der SED" ("5th Congress of the SED"), while the reverse retains its original pin fastening.

Features:

• Model: "V. Parteitag der SED" Badge
• Event: 5th Congress of the Socialist Unity Party of Germany (SED)
• Year: 1958
• Country of origin: German Democratic Republic (GDR / DDR)
• Material: Enameled metal
• Dimensions: Approx. 35 × 38 mm (minor variations between batches may occur)
• Attachment: Original pin back
• Condition: Good, with normal signs of age and use, including minor scratches and storage marks; see photos.

         An authentic early GDR collectible, recommended for collectors of political badges, propaganda memorabilia, Cold War artifacts, and East German militaria.

The list below shows the conditions of each item in the military surplus category.

• Like New: The item is in excellent condition and fully functional, but it may not be shipped in its original packaging. The item has not been used and does not have a warranty certificate.

• In Good Condition: The item shows minimal wear but is fully functional. It may include original or new accessories, but is not shipped in its original packaging and may have been used for testing or demonstration. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Used: The item shows signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions properly. Items in this category may have variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.

• Non-functional/DECO: The item is not operational, requiring repairs or missing components. These items are typically recommended for strictly decorative use (collections/vintage) and may show variations in appearance, such as differences in color shades or other minor imperfections caused by long-term storage. They do not come with a warranty certificate.