This is an authentic East German (GDR/DDR) NVA Qualification Badge for Rear Services (Klassifizierungsabzeichen für Rückwärtige Dienste), Level III. The NVA is the National People's Army (Nationale Volksarmee), & this badge was specifically for personnel serving in the Rear Services where they managed logistics, medical services, administration, supply chains, and military transport.
This specific horizontal bar variant (Spange) w/screwback was introduced in 1986 and awarded until the dissolution of East Germany in 1990.
Description:
a). Letters "R D" - Rückwärtige Dienste (Rear Services).
b). Central Insignia - Features a green enamel background showcasing a winged Staff of Caduceus, representing the medical and logistical elements of the rear supply network.
c). State Crest - The small medallion at the top displays the East German national emblem consisting of a hammer and compass surrounded by a ring of rye.
d). Classification Level - The Roman numeral III at the bottom denotes the Level 3 qualification grade, which was the introductory or third-class level of achievement.
