West German Police Officer Visor Cap – Rheinland-Pfalz (1968)

This is an original 1968-issued visor cap (Schirmmütze) worn by a police officer of the West German state of Rheinland-Pfalz. The cap features a white summer top, blue wool band, and black lacquered visor with crackling from age. The officer-grade silver wire cord and central cockade indicate its use by a higher-ranking police official. Front insignia displays the Rheinland-Pfalz state coat of arms, with a Bundes-style cockade above it. Interior markings include the maker’s logo – Albert Kempf K.G. – and handwritten service label ‘Wahl 10. Rev.’, confirming its field issue.