UBB.threads Forums Uniform & Accessories Imperial German Uniforms, Orders, and Decorations Navy badge--ever seen an extra top loop like this?

Hi I don't think the brace is out of place as it was put on after market to stregthen the crown which must have been vulnerable to breakage in wear when the wearer bent over. This same detail is seen on WW1 British and Canadian artillery badges which also tended to lose their crowns IMO

PAUL