RV Germania Heidelberg

Germania Heidelberg 1910 RV Membership Badge – Enamel Pin

This is a beautifully preserved RV Germania Heidelberg enamel membership badge, dated 1910, likely representing a Radsportverein (cycling club) or Ruderverein (rowing club) from the city of Heidelberg, Germany.

• Design: Triangular shield-shaped badge with a vibrant blue, black, red, and white enamel design.
• Inscription: "R· V·" (likely indicating Ruderverein or Radsportverein), "GERMANIA HEIDELBERG" in central white panels, "1910" at the bottom point
• Tombak or brass base with quality enamel work
  
  

Condition: Very good with intact enamel and clear details; original suspension loop at the bottom remains present

Historical Context:

Sporting clubs like RV Germania Heidelberg played an important social and athletic role in early 20th-century Germany. They often had elaborate pins or membership badges produced to foster club identity and pride, especially during major events or anniversaries.

This particular badge dates back to 1910, making it an exceptional early piece of pre-WWI German club history — ideal for collectors of vintage sports memorabilia, enamel pins, or regional history items.