German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “CD 800” - Carl Dillenius of Pforzheim. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen in Silber. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by the Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. The black was ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen - durchbrochen - in Silber. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by the Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. ... Read and See More

Hindenburg Plakette by Carl Poellath of Schrobenhausen. Constructed out of a die stamped zinc base that has been silver washed. The round shaped obverse features the left facing bust of a uniformed Hindenburg with “LM” (designer) to the left and “Hindenburg” to the right. The reverse reads: “Für Sohulkriegshilfe im Weltkriege” arched to the top, shows a centrally place ... Read and See More

Eisen-Medaille - Paul von Breitenbach 1914. Constructed out of a die stamped iron base that has been silver plated. The round shaped obverse features the left facing bust of Paul Justin von Breitenbach partially surrounded by: “Paul V. Breitenbach” followed by two iron crosses. The reverse features a running clothless man holding a torch (left hand) and sword (right hand) in ... Read and See More

German Empire, WWI, Buttonhole Miniature - Eisernes Kreuz 1914. It is a multi-piece, die struck nickel-silver construction that has been soldered together, silver washed and black enamel painted. The obverse features a pattée style cross that has a centrally placed embossed “W” (cypher of King Wilhelm I & II), below the royal crown of Prussia (top arm) and above “1914” (lower arm), ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen - durchbrochen - in Schwartz. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by the Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. ... Read and See More

Frackenspange Slant Mount - German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire ... Read and See More

Trapezschnallen Mount - Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by K. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. ... Read and See More

Kingdom of Württemberg Mount - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. ... Read and See More

Kingdom of Saxony Style Mount - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by K.A.G. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with ... Read and See More

Parade Mount - German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by R. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Württemberg, WWI - Three-Piece Medal Bar. Assembled, sometime around late-1934, for a Württemberg, front line, combatant, WWI veteran enlisted soldier who fought in the Great War. From left to right: • Military Merit Medal – Type V (Militarverdienstmedaille, reinstituted June 26, 1892) • Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918 with Swords by RV Pforzheim (Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer – ... Read and See More

The Prussian Button Hole Ribbon Bar consists of:

• Prussian – Merit Cross for War Aid (Verdienstkreuz für Kriegshilfe, introduced December 5, 1916).
• 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914, reinstituted August 5, 1914).
• Honor Cross for Frontline Fighters - with Swords (Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer – mit Schwertern, instituted July 13, 1934).

The Bavarian Button Hole Ribbon ... Read and See More

Ehrenkreuz für die hinterbliebenen Witwen und Eltern gefallener Kriegsteilnehmer – ohne Schwerter by G9. Instituted July 13, 1934, the Honor Cross of the First World War - Survivors Cross was awarded to widows and parents of those who died, went missing in war or were in captivity were considered survivors. Women whose marriage took place before December 31, 1918 were considered widows. The parents ... Read and See More

German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “K”. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. ... Read and See More

Kingdom of Prussia, Pre-WWI and WWI - Landwehr (Reserve and Territorial Army) and Service Awards.
1. 2nd Class Landwehr Service Medal 1913. Preußen, Landwehr-Dienstauszeichnung II. Klasse (2. Modell) 1913-1920. Instituted July 4, 1913, by King Wilhelm II, the 2nd class Landwehr service medal was awarded for special achievements or merits in the Landwehr.
2. Landwehr 4 Year Long Service 2nd Class Clasp 1842-1913 (Landwehr-Dienstauszeichnung 2. ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen - durchbrochen - in Silber. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by the Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. ... Read and See More

Maker marked Cross with 6" of ribbon. ... See More

Maker marked Cross with 6" of faded ribbon. ... See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen in Schwartz. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. The black was awarded ... Read and See More

three piece constructed pin with nice enamel work. "militär-verein vallen dar 1914". Reverse is marked, "K.TIMM BERLIN" ... See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “A” - F. W. Assmann & Sohne of Lüdenscheid. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen in Schwartz. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by Bavarian King Ludwig III, the Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. The black was awarded ... Read and See More

Minatur, Schraube - Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse 1914 in 800 Silber. The head measures 5/8 of an inch square. The screwback device works well. Clearly custom made. A very interesting piece. ... See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “F”. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. It is a ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “IVI”. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. It is a ... Read and See More

A nine piece group of misc. German Imperial and Weimar Republic veteran pieces. The group consists of: RARE “Naila” - Veterans/Warriors Club (kriegerverein abzeichen) Stickpin. A Veterans swagger stick piece. German Federal Association of Garden Friends Membership Pin (2. Form Reichsverband der Kleingartenvereine Deutschland (RVKD) Abzeichen). War Commemorative Medal of the Kyffhäuser Union (1921 Kyffhäuser Kriegerbund Medaille). Weimar Republic ... Read and See More

German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by MFH. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “ED”. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “KO” - Klein & Quenzer of Oberstein. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied ... Read and See More

A c.1915-1918 Mecklenburg-Schwerin Militärverdienstkreuz 1. Klasse 1914 by C. F. Zimmermann of Pforzheim. The Mecklenburg-Schwerin Military Cross of Merit for World War I was established on August 5, 1848. It was renewed by Grand Duke Friedrich Franz in 1915, with retrospective effect from August 2, 1914. It was awarded for military merit for services rendered to the enemy, 1st class only. It is constructed out ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Prussia, WWI – Seven-Piece Award and Photo Group. The group consists of: a 1st Class Iron Cross 1914 by K.A.G (Eisernes Kreuz I. Klasse 1914 by K.A.G., reinstituted August 5, 1914). It has a cracked core and the hinge-pin is sticking out. A 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 by FR (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by Frank & Reif of ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. It is ... Read and See More

German Empire, WWI - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 im weißen Band für Nichtkombattanten by S-W - Sy-Wagner of Berlin. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment, the 2nd Class Iron Cross was awarded to personnel who had performed a single meritorious act of bravery in combat, and with a white ribbon if it is not ... Read and See More

Kingdom of Bavaria, Austro-Prussian War - Bayern Feldzugs-Denkzeichen Kreuz 1866. Instituted August 25, 1866, the Bavarian Campaign Medal for Austria 1866 was awarded to soldiers and officers who belonged to the mobile army, to commemorate the 1866 campaign. It is constructed out of a die cast bronze base that has been black burnished. The obverse features a lined Alisee Pattee style cross with a centrally ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Bavaria, WWI - Bayern Militärverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern (3. Form 1913) im Etui by Jacob Leser of Straubing. Reinstituted on December 22, 1913, by King Ludwig III as the fourth endowment, the Bavarian Military Merit Cross was awarded to soldiers for acts of bravery and military merit (with swords). It is constructed out of a multi-piece die struck alpaca ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. It is ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “MFH”. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “S-W” - Sy-Wagner of Berlin. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Württemberg, WWI - Three-Piece Medal Bar. Assembled, sometime around late-1934, for a Württemberg, front line, combatant, WWI veteran enlisted soldier who demonstrated military merit and fought bravely in the Great War. From left to right:

• 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914, reinstituted August 5, 1914).
• Württemberg - 2nd Class ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Hungary, WWI - Three-Piece Medal Bar. Assembled, sometime around late-1934, for a Hungarian, front line, combatant, WWI veteran enlisted soldier who fought bravely, at home, in the Great War. From left to right:

• 2nd Class Iron Cross 1914 (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914, reinstituted August 5, 1914).
• Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918 with Swords (Das ... Read and See More

German Empire, Kingdom of Württemberg, WWI - Charlottenkreuz mit Etui. Instituted January 5, 1916, by King Wilhelm II in honor of Queen Charlotte (born Princess of the House of Schaumburg-Lippe). It was awarded to persons, regardless of status, who had rendered outstanding service to the wounded or sick in the care of the wounded or had distinguished themselves through other services ... Read and See More

German Empire, Grand Dutchy of Oldenburg, WWI - Friedrich-August-Kreuz II. Klasse. Instituted September 24, 1914, by Frederick Augustus II, Grand Duke of Oldenburg, the Friedrich August Cross was awarded to all persons of military or civilian status, who had shown outstanding service during the war itself. It is constructed out of a die struck iron base that has been black painted. The ... Read and See More

Here we have The Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918 for the Next-of-Kin. The Next-of-Kin Hindenburg Cross was awarded surviving widows, parents, and dependents of fallen participants in the war. It is constructed out of a die struck steel base that has been black painted. The obverse depicts a centrally placed "1914 1918" surrounded by a laurel leaf and berry wreath, that ... Read and See More

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Small broach with 10 faux diamonds and an enamel EKI dated 1916. the pin is lost to time and one diamond is a replacement. ... See More

Radfahrer Verein Hildburghausen 1886 with a penny farthing. ... See More

Friedrich August-Kreuz, 2. Klasse 1914-1918. The Cross was instituted on 24 September 1914 for all ranks and was the Grand Duchy’s equivalent of the Prussian Iron Cross for bravery in the field. Blackened iron cross pattée with laurel wreath between the arms, with loop for ribbon suspension; the face with a circular central medallion bearing the initials ‘FA’ (for Grand Duke ... Read and See More

Friedrich August-Kreuz, 2. Klasse, am Kämpferband), 1914-1918. The Cross was instituted on 24 September 1914 for all ranks and was the Grand Duchy’s equivalent of the Prussian Iron Cross for bravery in the field. Blackened iron cross pattée with laurel wreath between the arms, with loop for ribbon suspension; the face with a circular central medallion bearing the initials ‘FA’ ( ... Read and See More

Circular silver medal with loop for ribbon suspension; the face with the head of Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig facing left, circumscribed ‘ERNST LUDWIG GROSSHERZOG VON HESSEN’; the reverse inscribed ‘FÜR KRIEGS-VERDIENSTE’ (for War Service) within a circular wreath of oak and laurel. No Ribbon ... See More

5 Pins and 1 Stickpin. Pls note one of the the Deutschen Radfahrer-Bundes (DRB) zum Jubiläums-Bundestag in München 1909 badges is missing pin. This organization was brought under Nazi control and renamed Deutscher Radfahrer-Verband (DRV) notice the "All Heil" at the bottom. ... See More

Verdienstkreuz für Kriegshilfe) was a war decoration of Prussia awarded during World War I. Instituted 5 December 1916, the cross was awarded for patriotic war aid service, without regard to status or rank. On the reverse the central medallion is inscribed FÜR KRIEGS-HILFSDIENST (For War Aid Merit) above an oak wreath. To the upper arm is attached a loop for ... Read and See More

Karl-Truppen-Kreuz, 1916 Zinc cross pattée with laurel wreath between the arms, with original ribbed loop for ribbon suspension; the face inscribed ‘GRATI PRINCEPS ET PATRIA CAROLUS IMP. ET REX’ (A grateful prince and country, Karl, Emperor and King); the reverse with the initial ‘C’ supporting the crowns of Austria and Hungary, inscribed ‘VITAM ET SANGVINEM’ (with life and blood) and ... Read and See More

Militärverdienstmedaille in Silber, inscribed "Tapferkeit und Treue", Constructed of silver, on loop for suspension ring without ribbon., the obverse with a rightward-facing profile of Wilhelm II circumscribed by name and title, the reverse with an inscription of “FÜR TAPFERKEIT UND TREUE” (“FOR BRAVERY AND LOYALTY”) inside of a laurel wreath. ... See More

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The medal was founded by Emperor Franz Joseph I in commemoration of the the 50th anniversary of his reign. It was conferred upon any military or civil personnel within the Empire that had served in law enforcement or the Armed Forces between December 2, 1848-December 2, 1898. The medal dies were cut by J. Tautenhayn, Junior. ... See More

Ehrenkreuz für Kriegsteilnehmer – mit Schwerter by G11. This was awarded “To commemorate the imperishable achievements of the German people during the World Wars 1914/1918 I donate an honorary cross for all participants in the war as well as for the widows and parents of fallen, died from the wounding or in captivity or lost war veterans.”. The last one was ... Read and See More

Ehrenkreuz für Kriegsteilnehmer – mit Schwerter by G11. This was awarded “To commemorate the imperishable achievements of the German people during the World Wars 1914/1918 I donate an honorary cross for all participants in the war as well as for the widows and parents of fallen, died from the wounding or in captivity or lost war veterans.”. The last one was ... Read and See More

Here we have a rare vaulted Imperial screwback - Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse. The 1st Class Iron Cross was awarded to those who had received the 2nd class iron cross and preformed 3-5 acts of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. It is one-piece, die struck nickel construction. ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen für die Armee und Kolonialtruppen in Silber. Instituted March 3, 1918, by the Prussian King Wilhelm II and later adopted by the Bavarian King Ludwig III. The Imperial Wound Badge was awarded to those who bled for the Fatherland or lost their health to enemy action in the war zone and thus became incapable of service. The black was ... Read and See More

German: Honour Cross(Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs) for Next of Kin. This Next of Kin Hindenburg Medal is an excellent, representative example of this relatively hard-to-find award for parents and widows of WWI dead. It’s made of iron, as all of these are, and retains virtually all of the original black finish. It’s a nice strike with smooth ... Read and See More

A great piece purchased from the veteran’s family. Light soilage. It measures 5 ¼ inches wide by 11/16 of an inch tall. Medals:

1. Austrian 2nd Class Military Merit Cross with Swords
2. Austrian 3rd Class Military Merit Cross (or Bravery Medal or Iron Merit Cross) with Swords
3. Karl Troop Cross
4. Hindenburg Cross with Swords (Combatant) Read and See More

4 different makers. ... See More

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Imperial EKII, KVK without Swords, Imperial Black Wound badge. Pin seems to be shortened. ... See More

Medal of Honour of the Prussian Red Cross, III class, grey iron (PREUSSEN. Medaille für Verdienste um das Preußische Rote Kreuz, III. Klasse, Eisen grau), 1916-1921 issue. PRUSSIA. Commemorative Medal for the Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871 for combatants, bronze (PREUSSEN. Kriegsdenkmünze 1870-1871 für Kämpfer, Bronze). Austro-Prussian War medals, 3 variations. ... See More

With and without swords. Each includes approx 6" pf original ribbon. ... See More

Kyffhäuserbund Veteran's medal, Hindenburg Cross with Swords and Flanders Cross mission suspension ring. ... See More

Kingdom of Bavaria, c.1905 - Jubiläumsmedaille für die Armee 1905 by Münchener Hauptmünze. Instituted March 12, 1905, by Prince Regent Luitpold, this was awarded to celebrate Luitpold’s 70-year military anniversary. A total of 22,033 medals were made. It is constructed out of a die stamped bronze base that has been bronze washed. The oval shaped obverse features a centrally ... Read and See More

Hannoverscher Landeskriegerverband - Mitgliedsabzeichen mit Spange c.1901-1918. German states awarded badges to long standing members of the veterans and warriors associations. It is a multipiece construction made out of a die struck/stamped nickel-silver alloy base that has been chemically burnished with enamel work and a rayon ribbon. The obverse features a centrally placed roundel of a horse on ... Read and See More

Hannoverscher - Landeskriegerverband Mitgliedsabzeichen mit Spange c.1901-1918. German states awarded badges to long standing members of the veterans and warriors associations. It is a multipiece construction made out of a die struck/stamped nickel-silver alloy base that has been chemically burnished with enamel work and a rayon ribbon. The obverse features a centrally placed roundel of a horse on ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 - Richard Schulze, Berlin-Friedrichshagen (unmarked) im Privat Etui für Dragoner-Regiment. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members ... Read and See More

German Empire, Imperial - Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment of the Iron Cross, the 2nd Class was awarded to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members of the states allied with the Empire of Germany. It is ... Read and See More

Hanseatenkreuz - Hamburg im Etui. Instituted in 1915, the Hanseatic Cross was jointly sponsored by the three Hanseatic cities of: Hamburg, Bremen and Lübeck and was awarded to military and civilians who aided in the 1914-1918 war efforts. It is constructed out of a two-piece die struck copper base that has been silver washed and contains red translucent enamel work. ... Read and See More

"Famous Military Medals" (Mini Medal No. 12) by the Lowell Toys Mfg. Corp. of New York. ... See More

Kyffhäuser-Denkmünze für 1914/18. Instituted June 18, 1921, the War Commemorative Medal was instituted by the Kyffhäuser Bund (in conjunction with the 25th jubilee of the erection of the Kyffhäuser monument in Thuringia) to recognize German military personnel who served in the First World War. This includes individuals who rendered service on the front line, the home front, or ... Read and See More

Austro-Hungarian/German Empire, WWI – Five Piece Combatant Medal Bar. Assembled around late 1934, for a combatant member of the Austro-Hungarian/German Empire who had acted meritoriously during the Great War and had 15 years of military service prior to 1924. Form Left to Right:

• Iron Cross 2nd Class 1914 (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914, instituted August 5, 1914).
• Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918 ... Read and See More

German Empire (Prussia) / Third Reich, WWI/WWII – Four-Piece Medal Bar. Assembled, sometime around 1938, for a Prussian/German non-combatant member who; served in WWI, gave meritorious service to the Preußischer Landes Kriegern Verband, was a state employee / service member on March 22, 1897, and by 1938 had offered 25 years of faithful service to Germany. From left to right:

• Cross of Honor ... Read and See More

Abzeichen für Frauenbund der Deutschen Kolonialgesellschaft by Rob. Neff of Berlin - c.1918-1932. The German Colonial Society was a German organization formed on December 19, 1887, to promote German colonialism. It is constructed out of a die struck nickel-silver base that has been silver washed, contains blue enamel work all behind a protective layer coating. The oval shaped obverse features ... Read and See More

Kaiser-Wilhelm-Erinnerungsmedaille Zentenarmedaille by L. Ostermann of Berlin. Instituted March 22, 1897, by Wilhelm II, was awarded to state and university officials, all active military service men and veterans of the First Schleswig War, Second Schleswig War, Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze (from captured Danish, Austrian and French cannons) base that has been ... Read and See More

“Gold gab ich für Eisen” Vaterländischer Frauenverein (Patriotic Women’s Association – Forerunner to the DRK German Red Cross) Medaille 1916. The famous “Gold gab ich für Eisen” (I gave Gold for Iron) slogan was a call to women to donate their gold and jewelry, in return for Iron jewelry, to support and finance times of war. Initiated in 1813, ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “EW”. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an alloy metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by Unknown Maker. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “KO” – Klein & Quenzer of Oberstein. The Iron Cross was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base ... Read and See More

EKII, Bavarian Service Medal, Veteran's Medal, Bavarian Long Service and Hungarian Service. The Hungarian service was added at some point in the period. 2 medals are held by thread. ... See More

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Kaiserreich Silbermedaille 1914 by M. Ziegler. In commemoration of Otto Weddigen sinking three British armored cruisers HMS Aboukir, Hogue and Cressy on September 22, 1914 by the submarine U9. It is constructed out of a die stamped 900 silver base. The oobverse features the uniformed bust of Captain-Lieutenant Otto von Weddigen (1882-1915), underneath an arched: “Kapitänleutnant Otto Weddigen”, with “Ziegler” to the base. ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “MFH" and unknown maker as of today. The Iron Cross Second Class was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of ... Read and See More

Ehrenkreuz für Kriegsteilnehmer – mit Schwerter by G11. This was awarded “To commemorate the imperishable achievements of the German people during the World Wars 1914/1918 I donate an honorary cross for all participants in the war as well as for the widows and parents of fallen, died from the wounding or in captivity or lost war veterans.”. The last one was ... Read and See More

Preußen III. Klasse Königlicher Kronen-Orden im Etui. Equivalent to the Order of the Red Eagle, being awarded to recognize valor in combat, excellence in military leadership, long and faithful service to the kingdom, or other achievements. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze base that has been gold gilded and contains white and blue enamel work. ... Read and See More

A Braunschweig Kriegsverdienstkreuz (Ernst-Augustkreuz) 1. Klasse 1914-1918. The War Merit Cross was donated by Duke Ernst August von Braunschweig on October 23, 1914 for combatants and on November 17, 1915 for non-combatants . On March 20, 1918, the first class and the probationary badge were donated. The prerequisite was Brunswick citizenship and possession of the Iron Cross. It was awarded for services rendered during the World War without ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “K.A.G”. The Iron Cross Second Class was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross Second Class was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II Klasse 1914. The Iron Cross Second Class was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on August 5, 1914, and was award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black ... Read and See More

"Famous Military Medals" (Mini Medal No. 12) by the Lowell Toys Mfg. Corp. of New York. ... See More

Silver with partial ribbon. ... See More

zum geburtstag 50 jahre jubiläum d5 rhein inf regt. nr 65 1860-1910. Silver pin-back ... See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914 by “KO” – Klein & Quenzer of Oberstein. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914 by “KO” – Klein & Quenzer of Oberstein. . The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse by “KO” – Klein & Quenzer of Oberstein. . The Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914. The Award was reauthorized by Emperor Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914 and was for award to personnel who performed a single act of bravery in combat. It is a multi-piece, die struck construction that has been soldered together. The single piece core is constructed out of an iron metal base that has been black enamel painted. The ... Read and See More

Engraved "c/31 VIII.PR." ... See More

Feuerwehrdienstehrenzeichen. Instituted on 20 December 1885. Type I. (1885-1912 Issue). A medal constructed of gilded bronze, inscribed XXV JÄHRIGE DIENSTZEIT (25 YEARS OF SERVICE), the reverse maker marked with WILHELM MAYER METALLWAREN FABRIK STUTTGART, measuring 38.83 mm (w) x 53.31 mm (h), on period original ribbon ... See More

A first war German “Verwundetenabzeichen”; oval stamped blackened bronze; the obverse with a Stahlhelm in the center superimposed on crossed swords within a wreath of laurel leaves with a tied bow at the bottom; the reverse plain with a vertical needle style pin and a functional hinge/catch assembly; unmarked; measuring 43.70 mm x 38.27 mm ... See More

Finnish Liberation War 1918??... perhaps?, WWI EKII, Hindenberg w swords, 25 yr Civil Long Service. ... See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse 1914 by FR. Combatants Cross of Honour 1914/18 by "W.R.", Black Wound bady, (missing catch) and finally a miniature ribbon bar with the correct metal fixtures. The ribbons were missing so I replaced them with post-war ribbon. Included is the original EKII award document. A nice one! ... See More

Original era manufacture. This well made veterans association medal features a 25x25 mm, enameled Iron Cross, with the letters KDB, GEG 1 OKT 1884 on the obverse. Suspended from a gilt brass 19th century style bar with horizontal pin, and a black-white-red silk ribbon. This comes cased in a period style box of cardbord with tortise sheel finish. I do not know ... Read and See More

Die stamped bronze base. It measures 1 1/8 inches in diameter. ... See More

Ehrenkreuz für Kriegsteilnehmer – ohne Schwerter by Gebruder Wegerhoff of Lüdenscheid. This was awarded “To commemorate the imperishable achievements of the German people during the World Wars 1914/1918 I donate an honorary cross for all participants in the war as well as for the widows and parents of fallen, died from the wounding or in captivity or lost war veterans.”. ... Read and See More

12. Deutsches Turnfest 12-16. Juli 1863-1913. 50th Anniversary Badge in Lipzeg by Gustav Brehmer of Markneukirchen. It is constructed out of a die struck brass base that has been burnished. The round shaped obverse features a male gymnast standing on a pedestal with his forearms raised, in front of the city of Leipzig and flanked by “1863” (left), “1913” (right) along with “12. Deutsches ... Read and See More

Here we have 2 Honor Crosses of the World War 1914/1918 (Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs 1914/1918). One with Swords, (for combattants) and the other without, (Non-combattants). The cross was awarded to all veterans who where participants of WWI. The last one was awarded in 1944. It is constructed out of a die struck steel base that has been bronze plated. The obverse depicts a ... Read and See More

Here we have a three piece ribbon bar for a second class Iron Cross, a Friedrich August War Medal, and a Hindenburg Cross with swords. It is constructed out of a steel base that is covered in the appropriate colored rayon ribbon. The obverse has the appropriate pinned on crossed broad swords insignia above the Hindenburg Cross ribbon. The reverse ... Read and See More

Love this! Included in this is an Imperial 2nd Class Iron Cross, Hindenburg Cross with Swords, Commemorative Mobilization Cross 1912-13, Bavarian King Ludwig Cross 1916 and a Bavarian Golden Wedding Anniversary Commemorative Medal 1921-1935. The crossed broad swords are affixed to the front center. All of the are held together stitched to a button. It measures 1 9/16 of an inch wide by 11/16 ... Read and See More

The gilt washed cross has the cipher of King Wilhelm III to its obverse and the inscription ‘XXV’ to its reverse, representing 25 years of service. The cross comes complete with a reproduction piece of blue ribbed ribbon. ... See More

Fantastic and rarely seen chain of miniatures. The chain itself is approx 11cm long and the awards approx 25mm each. Included are an enameled EKII, Wurttemberg Wilhelms Cross with swords for Merit in War 1915, Hindenburg Cross, 1905 Luitpold in Treue Fest Bayern, Bavaria Bronze King Ludwig Cross 1916 and finally a Black cut-out Wound badge. Theis shows minor wear. ... See More

Allgemeiner Deutscher Hebammenverband (ADHV) Brosche Mitgliedsabzeichen. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze base that has been bronze washed and contains blue and white enamel work. The round shaped obverse features a midwife holding a baby within an octagonal border, surrounded by “ADHV” within a white cross surrounded by “Im Dienste Der Zukunft Unseres Volkes” (Serving the future ... Read and See More

Nice condition with polished highlights. Nice quality stamped alloy badge with maker marked pin and nice ribbon. ... See More

Veteran's pin maker marked to reverse with enamel damage. ... See More

“Gold gab ich für Eisen” Vaterländischer Frauenverein (Patriotic Women’s Association – Forerunner to the DRK German Red Cross) Medaille 1916. The famous “Gold gab ich für Eisen” (I gave Gold for Iron) slogan was a call to women to donate their gold and jewelry, in return for Iron jewelry, to support and finance times of war. Initiated in 1813, ... Read and See More

Hindenburg Cross Button. I believe the swords have been broken off as there is a little stub to the center. ... See More

Hungarian NCO 25 Year Long Service Cross. It is a two piece a die struck bronze/nickel-silver base construction that has been gold gilded, silver washed and contains green enamel work. The obverse features cross with a centrally placed wreathed Hungarian Coat of Arms. The reverse shows a full back. To the top is an integral loop and two connecting rings ... Read and See More

Dated 1914 BY R NEUBERGER A HARTIG, Approx 2" diameter. 55gr. ... See More

Österreich. Erzherzog Friedrich-Medaille 1914-1915. By. A. Hartig, Hauptquartier 1915. VS. Bildnis Erzherzog Friedrich. Die stamped bronze. The front features the left facing portrait of Field Marshal Archduke Friedrich of Austria in uniform and reads: “Feldmarschall Erzh. Friedrich”. The bottom right corner reads “A. Hartig HQ 1915.”. The reverse features The Roman goddess Athena Minerva with helmet, shield and spear holds in her ... Read and See More

Cased Veterans award, top inside lining is missing. ... See More

Ok Not really sure what this is. Measures approx 12cm x 10cm with a 6cm leather handpainted roundel. Some sort of bag or cover to commemorate Christmas 1914 for members of SMS Brandenburg a battleship which saw WWI duty. ... See More

Well can’t say I’ve ever seen this one before! Here we have a Prussian Circle Firefighters Association of Saarlouis Tinnie. This circular pin is made of a die stamped, nickel-silver alloy that has been silver washed. The obverse depicts a centrally placed Coat of arms of the Rhine Province (1927) and is surrounded by "Kreisfeuerwehrverband Saarlouis" with a "50" and ... Read and See More

Here’s a cool pin! We have here a stamped nickel and ribbon cloth pin. The obverse shows Munich’s Coat or Arms, inside of a laurel leaf wreath and surrounded by ?XXIII Tagung Des Kanalvereins München 1913” (23rd Channel Club Meeting Munich 1913). This is all below ... Read and See More

Here’s a rare find! This is a silver washed, die struck alloy firefighters commemorative medal. The obverse depicts a portrait of Josef Egger to the center, around ?Ehrenbezirksobmann Josef Egger 1901-1926” (Honorary Chairman Josef Egger District 1901-1926). The back reads: ?Zur Erinnerung An Das 60 Jahr. Jubilaum D. Freiw. Feuerwehr Kufstein 1866-1929 50 Jahr Jubilaum D. Feuerwehr Bez. ? Verbandes Kufstein Rattenberg 1876 ... Read and See More

The hilt of this lion head sword is all nicely silver plated with burnished backgrounds. The lion head has lots of hand enhancing to his whiskers brow and mane which runs partially down the backstrap. The cat is the type without glass eyes. The backstrap features lots of nice detailed floral designs and the P guard is a flat bow ... Read and See More

Deutsches Armeemesser (Taschenmesser) by G. Felix of Solingen. WWI multitool pocket knife. "Deutsches Armeemesser" marked (German Army Knife) on the hoof hook. I've also seen these referred to as, German Army Cavalryman's folding pocket knives. Horn grip plates. The main blade is frozen and will not close. I will not force it closed. No chipping. Signs of use. Closed this ... Read and See More

WWI era Private purchase Nahkampfmesser by Hugo Köller of Solingen. Superior example of a private purchase fighting knife. These were used through both WWI and WWII. This one has light evidence it's been cleaned. It has an Imperial inspection mark and top the obverse a nice maker mark. It's unsharpened. The grip plates are secured with 2 rivets. The blade ... Read and See More

Here's a fine example of a S-98 bayonet by V.C. Schilling. This was the first bayonet authorized for the Mauser in 1898. Super long blade measures 525mm! The blade is very clean with wear light sharpening. This is not serialized, (Imperial examples never are!) the riccasso is nicely stamped with the makers mark and location. The spine is marked. Two ... Read and See More

The blade is a clean example with some pitting towards the tip. The blade has age but still nice and bright. The reverse is stamped with the Henckels maker mark. The blade rates Exc+. The anodized scabbard has several wee hits and wear. It remains dark. The throat retaining screw remains intact and unturned. The grooved hardwood grip plates are ... Read and See More

Here's a fine example of a S-98 bayonet by C.G. Haenel of Suhl. This was the first bayonet authorized for the Mauser in 1898. Super long blade measures 525mm! The blade is clean with wear light sharpening and some stain. This is serialized when it was reissued but not matching. The riccasso is nicely stamped with the makers mark and ... Read and See More

This is a bayonet for the Kropatschek Rifle used by the Austro-Hungarian empire during the end of the 19th century. It is marked clearly on the spine with Waffenfabrik Steyr 1881. Österreichische Waffenfabriksgesellschaft, (ŒWG, Austrian Arms-Manufacturing Company), also commonly referred to as Steyr Werke, is a legendary arms producer that still exists today. Steyr is an Austrian City just outside Vienna ... Read and See More

Type 3 - Faschinenmesser. This Fascine Knife / Short Sword was used by foot troops of several German Kingdoms of the mid 19th Century. This one is likely Württemberg, Mecklenburg or Saxony. The hilt is cast iron with the tang piercing the pommel and peened over. The guard is marked "3.7.95." which may indicate the date of manufacture: July 3rd, 1895, along with " ... Read and See More

Here's a fine example of a S-98 bayonet by V.C. Schilling. This was the first bayonet authorized for the Mauser in 1898. Super long blade measures 525mm! This is not serialized, (Imperial examples never are!) the riccasso is nicely stamped with the makers mark and location. The spine is marked and dated "07", (1907)Two piece hardwood grip plates show honest wear ... Read and See More

I love the look of these Swords! The blade on this one rates Exc+. There is some age, and some of the plating is lost to the lower end. I say that and the etch is strong. The blade is stamped with the "back to back" Eickhorn maker mark. The basket hilt is all nickel plated with just a bit ... Read and See More

Really a very nice Imperial example. The plated 33 inch triple etched fuller blade on this one looks great! The obverse features a wonderful decorative motif of swirls, leaves and military equipment. The spine shows a decorative laurel leaf motif. The stamped WKC maker mark looks good but I just can't get a decent picture under the languet. The tip is ... Read and See More

Interesting Hunting Cutlass here. The fittings are all blackened steel to include the scabbard mounts. The fittings all have the lightest of wear. The single fullered sawback blade measures about 8". This is a heavy weapon having a most impressive look to it. The pommel cap is very detailed having the fluted upper area. There is an acorn at the top ... Read and See More

Rare sword here. Perhaps you can forgive the missing drag given this is 200 years old. The 25.5" unmarked blade shows so age and darkening. The hilt is all one piece of cast brass. ... See More

Here's a fine example of a S-98 bayonet by Eickkhorn. This was the first bayonet authorized for the Mauser in 1898. Super long blade measures 520mm!! This is not serialized, (Imperial examples never are! ) the riccasso is nicely stamped with the makers mark and location. Two piece hardwood grip plates show light honest wear. They are secure unslotted bolts that were ... Read and See More

A good example of an Imperial dove head NCO sword. The blade on this piece has darkening and lots of age I have not tried to clean up. It is a presentation piece in honor of retirement. The blade is unmarked. The original red felt buffer pad remains intact. The undented black scabbard has surface oxidization wear scratches etc. The ... Read and See More

A rare piece! The blade on this one features a ricasso, single fuller and single edge. It has a nicely executed back-to-back dual squirrel “CE” maker mark. It measures 258mm long. It rates Exc+. It shows age grey, surface scratches, some nicks to the cutting edge and hits to the spine. The green felt buffer pad remains intact. The scabbard ... Read and See More

German Imperial era Kampfmesser by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. The 150mm blade on this one looks great. Nice crossgrain and a well executed maker mark. The fit remains nice and tight. Minor sharpening, age grey and the tip is slightly dulled. The scabbard is steel based and black painted. It continues to hold 75% paint coverage. It remains completely dent free. ... Read and See More

An Imperial Extraseitengewehr by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. The fullered 255mm plated blade on this one is very clean. The stamped back-to-back squirrel “CE” maker mark is nicely executed. The fit is nice and tight. The buffer pad is lost to time. The steel based painted scabbard looks good with 95% of it's original paint remaining. It is dent-free. The original ... Read and See More

Early example of a Bayonet/fighting knife. This particular example is very interesting featuring a blackened hilt with stag grips. It has a mortise slot and functioning button. The blade is a short "back-to-back" Eickhorn squirrels trademark. There remains some age gray. This one has a KS98 style scabbard that has lost it's anodized finish.. ... See More

Superior example here of a rare bayonet. This was authorized for Jager regiments. This ecample has a beautiflly triple etched blade and is maker marked C&J to the spine. The scabbard is leather with nickel plated fittings secured with staples. The leather has some scuffs and a crease but is all solid. The hilt is steel based with minor ... Read and See More

The German Ersatz (substitute) type Bayonets were constructed during the early years of WWI and were designed to fit both the Gewehr 88 (M1888 Commission Rifle) and Gewehr 98 (M98 Mauser Gewehr 98) German rifles. As time went on, many of these Ersatz style bayonets were given to Turkish forces (who shortened them a 10 inch blade) and the Germans received regulation bayonets. There ... Read and See More

Title: The Sword and Bayonet makers of Imperial Germany Author: John Walter Publisher:The Lyon Press, Arms and Amour Press, and Forest Publications Inc. Date: 1973. Hardcover. Kind of rough condition. Hand written notes on some pages. ... See More

Early example of a fighting knife. This particular example has been heavily sharpened. There remains some age gray. This one has good checkered died hardwood grip plates that are not cracked or chipped. The scabbard is a post-war replacement, likely by the returning Vet. The leather is good and supple. ... See More

A fine example of an Imperial Prussian Army Belt Buckle! The buckle is constructed out of a die struck, steel base that has been green painted. The obverse depicts the Imperial king's crown which is then encircled by detailed lines and enclosed by two twisted ropes. The crown is above a laurel leaf and berry wreath and below the Army ... Read and See More

The rectangle buckle is constructed out of a die struck steel base that has been gold gilded. The obverse roundel depicts the Imperial king's crown on a smooth round background. The crown is above a half laurel leaf and berry wreath that is tied together at the bottom and is below the Army motto: "Gott Mit Uns" (God with us). ... Read and See More

Here we have a 1847 pattern Prussian Army Belt Buckle (Koppelschloß).The two piece belt buckle is constructed out of a die struck, brass base and die stamped burnished nickel roundel. The wreath and motto are in front of a decorative line type pattern which is encircled by two twisted ropes and lies on a smooth rectangular backing. The reverse shows ... Read and See More

Early pre-1895 two piece brass construction stamped metal box buckle, features, against its plain, obverse field, a crown to its domed center, encompassed by a dual rope-like border within which, against a ribbed background, is "Gott Mit Uns" (God [is] With Us), and a spray of laurels. The roundel is soldered to the brass body. To the reverse is a ... Read and See More

Here we have an Imperial Prussian Army Belt Buckle. The two piece belt buckle is constructed out of a die struck, brass/nickel base that has been silver washed and gold gilded. The front silvered roundel depicts the Imperial king's crown which is then encircled by detailed lines and enclosed by two twisted ropes. The crown is above a laurel ... Read and See More

A fine example of an Imperial Prussian Army Belt Buckle! The buckle is constructed out of a die struck, steel base that has been green painted. The obverse depicts the Imperial king's crown which is then encircled by detailed lines and enclosed by two twisted ropes. The crown is above a laurel leaf and berry wreath and below the Army ... Read and See More

Preußen - Heer Koppelschloß - pre-1895. It is constructed out of a two-piece die stamped brass base that has been gold gilded. The obverse roundel depicts an imperial crown a smooth round background. The crown is above a half laurel leaf and berry wreath that is tied together at the bottom and is underneath the Heer motto reading: “Gott ... Read and See More

Preußen - Heer Koppelschloß. It is constructed out of a two-piece die stamped brass/nickel-silver base that has been gold gilded/silver washed. The obverse roundel depicts an imperial crown a smooth round background. The crown is above a half laurel leaf and berry wreath that is tied together at the bottom and is underneath the Heer motto reading: “ ... Read and See More

Here we have an Imperial Prussian Army Belt Buckle. The two piece belt buckle is constructed out of a die struck, brass base. The front nickel roundel depicts the Imperial king’s crown which is then encircled by detailed lines and enclosed by two twisted ropes. The crown is above a laurel leaf pattern and below the Army motto: "GOTT ... Read and See More

Imperial Army EM Sholder Straps M1915. Constructed out of stitched together forest green and field-gray wool with a cotton brown interior. They each measure 4 1/4 inches long by 1 7/8 inches wide. ... See More

Vorläufige Besitzurkunde zum Eiserne Kreuz I. Klasse 1914. Constructed out of paper with purple and black ink that has been stamped and signed. The obverse features: “Res. Inf. Regiment 240.”, “Im Felde, den 31. Mai. 1918.”, “Dem Unteroffizier Rober Kraus”, “…. 5. Komp. Res. R. 240”, “ist under dem 17 Mai 1918 im Namen Seiner Majestät des Kaisers das Eiserne Kreuz I. Klasse für bewiesen Tapferkeit ... Read and See More

Two documents relating to leave dated 1915. ... See More

Two documents relating to leave dated 1915. I'm including a few more at NC. ... See More

Two documents relating to leave dated 1915-1916. ... See More

The story of Jakub Litzenberger of Meisenheim. This is him important documents dating back into the 1800's through WWI era. ... See More

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World War 1 Vintage German Soldier Militarpak. This i complete but with no entries. ... See More

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Nice condition w correct ink stamp. ... See More

German Empire, pre-WWI - 8 Original Quedlingburg Intaglio Prints on Handmade Paper. Published by Kunstverlagsanstalt Bruno Hansmann, Cassel. Seems as though they did these for various Cities throughout Germany including: Hildesheim, Nuremburg, etc. It measures 9 ½ inches wide by 6 7/8 inches tall. Minty condition. 8 Original Quedlingburg Intaglio Prints on Handmade Paper. Published by Kunstverlagsanstalt Bruno Hansmann, Cassel. Seems as though they did these ... Read and See More

Awarded to Pionier/Anstreicher Julius Schneider. Born July 19, 1884. Awarded the Black Wound Badge (Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwartz) on November 20, 1918. Measures 6 3/8 inches wide by 8 ¼ inches tall. Obvious fold, age toning and a blue ink splatter. Awarded the Hindenburg Cross with Swords (Ehrenkreuz für Frontkämpfer ) on December 15, 1934.Measures 8 3/16 inches wide by 5 ¾ inches tall. Obvious fold and age toing. No rips. ... See More

Approx 4"x 2.5" on hard carboard. ... See More

Approx 5.5"x 3.5" on cardstock. ... See More

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Approx 5"x 2.5" Posed in professional studio on hard board backing. ... See More

Approx 4"x 2.5" Posed in professional studio on hard board backing. ... See More

Approx 6.5"x 4" Posed in professional studio on hard board backing. ... See More

Approx 1.75"x 4.5" Posed in professional studio on hard board backing. ... See More

Approx 6.5"x 4" Posed in professional studio on hard board backing. ... See More

Title: The Sword and Bayonet makers of Imperial Germany Author: John Walter Publisher:The Lyon Press, Arms and Amour Press, and Forest Publications Inc. Date: 1973. Hardcover. Kind of rough condition. Hand written notes on some pages. ... See More

5th edition. Title: The wine from the vine to the consumption along with a description of the wines of all countries. (Der Wein von der Rebe bis zum Konsum nebst einer Beschreibung der Weine aller Lander). Author: Fritz Goldschmidt. Publisher : Verlag der Deutschen Wein-Zeitung J. Diemer, Mainz. Date of issue: 1909. Hardcover. Minor tear in spine ... See More

Document is for the 2nd prize in quadrathalon / four-part-assigment youth competition with 99 Points. The printed signature is from Reichspräsident "von Hindenburg" who was Patron of the games. Framed, the document itself is approx 11"x8" ... See More

World War I: An Illustrated History Book by Susanne Everett, John Keegan (Introduction) Published by Rand McNally (1980). World War I was the bloodiest conflict that had ever been fought. It was also the first modern war involving not merely armies and navies, but whole peoples. And it was America's first great foreign war. The comfortable world of 1914 was shattered forever ... Read and See More

Brown leather construction, three compartment ammo pouch. Separator strips are complete. One of the lower copper pins is lost. Unmarked ... See More

Brown pebbled leather construction, three compartment ammo pouch. Separator strips are complete. Maker marked and dated for 1919. ... See More

Brown smooth leather construction, three compartment ammo pouch. Separator strips are complete. One of the lower copper pins is lost on each. Unmarked ... See More

385mm high x 90mm base brass casing. Bottom markings are "JUNI 1918 149 'FN' (Friedrich Niemeyer), Hu27". Has small dents. ... See More

This is an original WW1 Imperial German Brass Fussartillerie Artillery Aiming Director / Compass. These instruments were designed to be mounted on binocular stands for directing artillery fire. It’s brass frame is 4 ½” width. It has a silvered, glazed face with blue & white needle. The rim of the case has graduation markings and the frame is numbered ‘54088’. The frame is also ... Read and See More