East Germany, GST, Society for Sport and Technology, Motorsport Proficiency Badge, circa 1960s-70s.
In copper, paint, and clear resin; measures 25 mm in height, 24 mm in width, pin back attachment.
In very good to excellent condition, showing just minor wear to the resin coating at the bottom of the obverse. The pin attachment is fully functional.
The badge was awarded for achievement in motorsport activities organized by GST. GST ("Gesellschaft fur Sport und Technik") was officially established to structure the free time of young people interested in sports and technology group activities, and arrange competitions in these areas. Just as officially, it was responsible for
In copper, paint, and clear resin; measures 25 mm in height, 24 mm in width, pin back attachment.
In very good to excellent condition, showing just minor wear to the resin coating at the bottom of the obverse. The pin attachment is fully functional.
The badge was awarded for achievement in motorsport activities organized by GST. GST ("Gesellschaft fur Sport und Technik") was officially established to structure the free time of young people interested in sports and technology group activities, and arrange competitions in these areas. Just as officially, it was responsible for paramilitary preparedness of the young population of the country, providing the mandatory pre-military training in schools, universities, and workplaces.
Please note that the penny in our photo is for size reference.
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