Hewer of an NCO of the German Red Cross (DRK), Model 1938 Stamp - Ges. Gesch.
Characteristics
| Stamp |
Stamp - Ges. Gesch. |
Description
The marking "Ges. Gesch." is an abbreviation of the German "Gesetzlich Geschützt" ("Protected by Law"), indicating patent protection of the item or its elements within the territory of Germany. This marking was widely used on edged weapons of the Third Reich, predominantly on daggers and dirks of party and paramilitary organizations, denoting patented design solutions for handles, scabbards, or decorative elements. The presence of an original marking indicates the authenticity of the item and its manufacture during the period when German patent legislation was in effect, which is an important attribution characteristic for collectors.
