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The Weimar Republic (Weimarer Republik) was established on November 9, 1918, after the November Revolution. The November Revolution was the result of the imminent German First World War defeat and the general population's growing frustration with the monarchy. The civil conflict resulted in Emperor Wilhelm II renouncing all claims to the throne of Prussia and the German Empire in a statement of abdication. Soon after the other German monarchs resigned as dukes and princes. The revolutionary period lasted from November 1918 to August 1919 when the Weimar Constitution was created. The constitution replaced the German Empire's monarchy with the democratic parliamentary republic. On February 11, 1919, Friedrich Ebert, head of the Social Democratic Party of Germany, was elected as the first president.
On March 6, 1919, a provisional Reichswehr (German armed forces) was created. After the limitations of the Treaty of Versailles, the Reichswehr's official formation took place on January 1, 1921. The Reichswehr was divided into the Reichsheer (army) and the Reichsmarine (navy). Whenever the Treaty of Versailles tied the Reichswehr's hands it left its national defenses to the Freikorps. The Freikorps were also called the "Black Reichswehr" as they operated as a sort of "secret" army outside of the Versailles Treaty limits. The Reichswehr also maintained close contact with the Stahlhelm and Kyffhäuserbund veteran organizations.
On January 30, 1933, Adolf Hitler became chancellor of Germany. The Reichstag Fire occurred on February 27, 1933, and president Paul von Hindenburg, on the advice of Hitler, issued the Reichstag Fire Decree. An election was then scheduled on March 5, 1933, and the NSDAP obtained 17 million votes and 44% of the parliamentary seats. On March 15, 1933, the Enabling Act was introduced and passed eight days later. The Enabling Act essentially allowed Hitler to single handedly make and pass laws that could explicitly violate individual rights prescribed in the Weimar Constitution. This marked the end of the Weimar Republic and the start of the Third Reich era.

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Awards & Medals

Imperial/Weimar - Misc. 9pc Group

Imperial/Weimar - Misc. 9pc Group


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
Item Number:    M-34654
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $199.95 USD
Bavarian Red Cross 25 year Long Service Cross by H&M

Bavarian Red Cross 25 year Long Service Cross by H&M


Ehrenzeichen des Badischen Landesvereins vom Roten Kreuz, Medal of honor for 25 years of meritorious service, made by Houriet & Wanner in Pforzheim, non-ferrous metal silver-plated and enameled, on the reverse manufacturer's inscription ""H & W / PFORZHEIM" and Wanner from Pforzheim. White enameled central shield with the red Geneva cross. This is surrounded by a black enameled ring with gold inscription, "BADISCHES – RED – ... Read and See More
Item Number:    M-33632
Rating:    NM
Price:    $179.95 USD
Prussian Veteran's award 25 year Long Service

Prussian Veteran's award 25 year Long Service


Preussischer Landes Kriegerverband. Small damage to the silk. ... See More
Item Number:    Ti-32509
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $79.95 USD
3 Piece Imperial Veteran Group

3 Piece Imperial Veteran Group


Kyffhäuserbund Veteran's medal, Hindenburg Cross with Swords and Flanders Cross mission suspension ring. ... See More
Item Number:    M-32469
Rating:    Exc/Exc+
Price:    $119.95 USD
DRA Sports Badge in Bronze by W. Jena

DRA Sports Badge in Bronze by W. Jena


A Deutsche Reichssportabzeichen für Leibesübungen (1917-1934) in bronze by Wernstien Jena. The bronze grade DRA badge was awarded to men and women between the ages of 18-32 who passed five parts of national fitness test within a 12-month period. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze base that has been bronze washed and burnished. The oval ... Read and See More
Item Number:    M-32061
Rating:    NM
Price:    $69.95 USD
Veteran's Hamburg Field Honor Award

Veteran's Hamburg Field Honor Award


Weimar Republic - Deutsches Feld-Ehrenzeichen Hamburg. The award could be applied for and worn to commemorate service in World War I. This semi-official award denoted war service without requiring membership in other veteran organizations. Its awarding and wear was banned in November 1935. It is constructed out of a multi-piece die struck nickel-silver/tombak base that has been silver washed and ... Read and See More
Item Number:    M-32024
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $149.95 USD
Der Stahlhelm Membership Pin by W.D.

Der Stahlhelm Membership Pin by W.D.


Der Stahlhelm Abzeichen by W.D. - Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid. The Der Stahlhelm, Bund der Frontsoldaten, was a WWI veterans’ organization, operating as a part of the Black Reichswehr, existing from December 25, 1918 to November 7, 1935. It is constructed out of a die stamped nickel-silver base that has been silver washed and contains black enamel paint work. The obverse features ... Read and See More
Item Number:    PN-31722
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $79.95 USD
3rd Class German Horse Driver Badge in Bronze by Lauer

3rd Class German Horse Driver Badge in Bronze by Lauer


German “R” (Reiter” badge; in bronze; vertical pinback marked “Gesetzlich Geschützt” and maker marked “L. Chr. Lauer Nurnberg, Berlin” on reverse. Measures 50 mm x 40 mm ... See More
Item Number:    M-31128
Rating:    Exc+/Exc++
Price:    $249.95 USD
Bronze Equestrian Badge and Stickpin

Bronze Equestrian Badge and Stickpin


A Deutsches Reiterabzeichen 3. Klasse Bronze mit Miniatur im Etui 1930 by L. Chr. Lauer of Nürnberg-Berlin. The German Rider Badge was introduced in this form on April 9, 1930 by the Reich Association for the Breeding and Testing of German Warmblood. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze base that has been bronze washed and chemically blackened. The oval shaped ... Read and See More
Item Number:    M-31127
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $299.95 USD
Imperial Otto Weddigen Commemorative Medal

Imperial Otto Weddigen Commemorative Medal


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
Item Number:    M-30865
Rating:    NM
Price:    $299.95 USD
Der Stahlhelm Pin

Der Stahlhelm Pin


It is constructed out of a die stamped nickel-silver base that has been silver washed and contains black enamel paint work. The obverse features a M16 style helmet that is marked, in black, with an Iron Cross and “Der Stahlhelm” in gothic script. The hollow back reverse has a soldered on tombak pin. The pin continues to work well. The ... Read and See More
Item Number:    PN-30773
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $59.95 USD
10. Deutsches Sängerbundesfest Wien 1928

10. Deutsches Sängerbundesfest Wien 1928


Franz Schubert tinnie ... See More
Item Number:    Ti-29715
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $19.95 USD
Bicyle tinnie

Bicyle tinnie


1926 1931 5 year anniversary pin for founding event. ... See More
Item Number:    Ti-29408
Rating:    NM
Price:    $49.95 USD
Shooting Medal 1927 Ahlten

Shooting Medal 1927 Ahlten


Local shooting award. ... See More
Item Number:    M-26378
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $39.95 USD
Shooting Award

Shooting Award


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Item Number:    M-26377
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $29.95 USD
“Der Stahlhelm” 50th Anniversary of WWI 1968

“Der Stahlhelm” 50th Anniversary of WWI 1968


A 1918-1968 “Der Stahlhelm” 50th Anniversary of the End of the Great War Badge in Bückeburg by Ferdinand Hoffstätter of Bonn am Rhein. It is constructed out of a die struck nickel base that has been silver washed and black painted. The shield shaped obverse features; the Der Stahlhelm helmet emblem, above two crossed oak leaves, “1918-1968” and “ ... Read and See More
Item Number:    PN-25553
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $59.95 USD
Willich – 75 Year Jubilee Tinnie 1927

Willich – 75 Year Jubilee Tinnie 1927


Wittlicher Männergesang - 75 Jahr Jubelfest 2.-4. Juli 1927. It is constructed out of a die stamped tombak base that has been gold gilded. The obverse features the Willich crowned coat of arms flanked by two pillar, underneath a bannered “Wittlicher Männergesang” and above “75 Jahr Jubelfest 2.-4. Juli 1927”. The hollow back reverse features a horizontally soldered on well working pin ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Ti-25518
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $19.95 USD
XI. Deutsches Sängerbundfest Frankfurt aM. Tinnie 1932

XI. Deutsches Sängerbundfest Frankfurt aM. Tinnie 1932


11th German Singing Association Pin in Frankfurt aM. By E. F. Wiedmann of Frankfurt aM. The German Singing Association (DSB) was on September 21, 1862 u. a. founded by Carl Gerster in Coburg and was the world's largest amateur choir federation. As an independent association, it existed until the year 2005 and united 1.8 million members in nearly 22,000 choirs as well as choir-affiliated instrumental ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Ti-25272
Rating:    NM
Price:    $27.95 USD
Tagged - Reunion Party Stickpin by Hoffstatter & Bonn 1927

Tagged - Reunion Party Stickpin by Hoffstatter & Bonn 1927


It is constructed out of a die stamped tombak base that has been black enamel painted and burnished. The oval shaped obverse features a centrally placed ticket that reads: “138” surrounded by a laurel leaf and berry wreath and surrounded by: “Wiedersehensfeier Ehemaliger 138 Köln 9.-11.7. 1937” (Former Reunion Party). The hollow back reverse has a glued on blue and white oval ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SP-19678
Rating:    NM
Price:    $34.95 USD
Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Membership Stickpin

Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Membership Stickpin


Here we have a Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Membership Stickpin! It is constructed out of a tombak base that has been die struck and bronze washed with white, black and red enamel work. The shield shaped obverse features a black Kyffhäuser monument on a white field and is above a Tri-color flag. The full back reverse shows a an embossed “ ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SP-18041
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $34.95 USD
Kyffhäuserbund  Veterans Membership Stick Pin

Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Membership Stick Pin


Here we have the Kyffhäuserbund Veterans 1st Pattern Membership Stickpin! It is constructed out of a tombak base that has been die struck and bronze washed with white, black and red enamel work. The obverse of the shield shaped pin displays in black the Kyffhäuser monument on a white field and is above a Tri-color flag. The reverse ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SP-12424
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $29.95 USD

Edged Weapons

Hunting Association Dagger by Carl Eickhorn

Hunting Association Dagger by Carl Eickhorn


Early Hirschfänger by Carl Eickhorn. The large single edged, ricassoed, spear point tip blade on this one measures 16 3/16 inches long. The early 1920s era maker mark is beautifully executed. The etch is impressive with highly detailed panels depicting hunting scenes elk, boars, grouse, stags, dogs all in the forest. The spine displays an oak leaf and acorn motif. The ... Read and See More
Item Number:    HD-36102
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $1,999.95 USD
Dedicated - Honor Forestry School Hirschfänger by ACS

Dedicated - Honor Forestry School Hirschfänger by ACS


Dedicated - M1919 - Ehrenhirschfänger für Forster by ACS - Alexander Copple of Solingen. The 13-inch long, triple etched type blade on this one is really a work of art. The crisp and dark acid etched panels and spine provide a gorgeous display of: a hound chasing foxes in the forest along with two grouse (obverse), three does ... Read and See More
Item Number:    FO-36091
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $1,999.95 USD
Etched Lion Head Officers Sword by WKC

Etched Lion Head Officers Sword by WKC


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
Item Number:    SW-33239
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $1,499.95 USD
Eickhorn Hunting dagger Model 1535

Eickhorn Hunting dagger Model 1535


Private purchase Hunting knife is a mid Period example that can be accurately dated to the late 20's-1933 timeframe by the maker mark. It appears in the 1932 Eickhorn catalogue It has a solid fit and perfect tip! The unsharpened blade rates Exc+, There is age gray and spotting to ... Read and See More
Item Number:    HD-33142
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $1,799.95 USD
Weimar - Hunting Dagger Model 1433 by Eickhorn

Weimar - Hunting Dagger Model 1433 by Eickhorn


Germany, Weimar Republic (c.1921) - Private Purchase Hunting Dagger Model 1433. This one appears in the 1921 Eickhorn catalouge The bowie style blade on this one looks great. It has Carl Eikchorn’s very early back-to-back maker mark, which is beautifully executed. It has a solid fit and perfect tip. The ... Read and See More
Item Number:    HD-31999
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $1,999.95 USD
Hunting Dagger by Eickhorn

Hunting Dagger by Eickhorn


Here's a very fairly priced example. The 16 inch blade is a triple acid etched example. It is correctly stamped with the early, pre-1933 single oval Eickhorn maker mark. The etch is nice and clear light having highly detailed panels depicting hunting scenes. There is no sharpening and the blade is very clean. The factory felt buffer is intact. The blade ... Read and See More
Item Number:    HD-30619
Rating:    Exc/Exc+
Price:    $1,299.95 USD
The Textbook Shooting Prize Clamshell Police Bayonet

The Textbook Shooting Prize Clamshell Police Bayonet


Seitengewehr für Polizei. Here's a rare private purchase transitional example that was featured in Wheeler's reference pg 148. The minty blade has a Jeweler inscribed dedication to the winner of a shooting competition for the class of 1932-33. The brass based nickel plated hilt is in good shape showing just light wear and nice patina. The grip plates are damage ... Read and See More
Item Number:    POL-30566
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $4,299.95 USD
Clamshell Weirmar Police Bayonet by Eickhorn

Clamshell Weirmar Police Bayonet by Eickhorn


Municipal - Seitengewehr für Polizei. Here's a rare example.The full length 10.25" plated blade is very clean. The blade rates NM. The brass based hilt is in good shape showing just light wear and nice patina. The grip plates are damage free just showing light wear, 100% of the plating remain intact with no wear to the brass base. The ... Read and See More
Item Number:    POL-30564
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $1,999.95 USD

Cloth

DRKB Armband Shield

DRKB Armband Shield


Shield measures 55mm x 65mm. Cut from roll. ... See More
Item Number:    Patch-31230
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $39.95 USD

Documents

17 WWI Military themed Postcards/pics

17 WWI Military themed Postcards/pics


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Item Number:    P-35449
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $99.95 USD
3 Imperial Combat Postcards

3 Imperial Combat Postcards


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Item Number:    P-33872
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $29.95 USD
Deutschnationale Volkspartei Julius Bachem Poster

Deutschnationale Volkspartei Julius Bachem Poster


Approx 18" wide Poster for a meeting. ... See More
Item Number:    P-33481
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $49.95 USD
“Die Rreichswehr” Cigarette Album 1933

“Die Rreichswehr” Cigarette Album 1933


Sammelalbum - “Die Rreichswehr Hadank” 1933. Issued by the cigarette factory Haus Neuerburg GMBH Koln. Complete with 280 colored photographs The outside cover shows age bending and scuffs throughout. Pressed cardstock cover with gold and silver foil eagle on black shield. It measures 1 ½ inches wide by 12 ¼ inches tall by 7/8 of an inch thick. An early cigarette album of "Die Rreichswehr" you are ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Book-32119
Rating:    Exc++/NM
Price:    $89.95 USD
F. Herder Sales Catalog 1920s

F. Herder Sales Catalog 1920s


A Friedr. Herder Abr. Sohn. of Solingen Sales Catalog from the 1920’s. It features 20 pages of pieces this company sells. It includes: sheaths, knives, pocket knives, scrapers, chisels, cutlery, scissors, straight blade razors and hair clipper blades. Nice color. It measures 11 ¼ inches wide by 14 inches tall. The staples are oxidized and broken, which leaves most pages lose. I have two ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Doc-26515
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $54.95 USD

Flags & Banners

Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Association Flag 1933

Kyffhäuserbund Veterans Association Flag 1933


Fahne des Deutschen Kyffhäuserbund. This was the official banner of the Kyffhäuserbund. It is constructed out of a red, black and white printed canvas-cotton base. The obverse features a centrally placed black Kyffhäuser monument on a white roundel and is on top of a black pattée style cross that is bordered in white and lays on ... Read and See More
Item Number:    FL-26634
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $449.95 USD

Headgear

M18 Combat Helmet

M18 Combat Helmet


Here we have a combat worn example of a M18 Helmet. The shell is constructed out of a stamped piece of steel sheet metal that has been period green painted. The shell has a folded over edge, two separately applied air vents and three split rivets. The interior has post-war Norwegian style line. all eight fingers remain. The exterior continues ... Read and See More
Item Number:    HE-35719
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $499.95 USD
Transitional (Kaiserreich to Weimar) Fireman's cap

Transitional (Kaiserreich to Weimar) Fireman's cap


Nice visor here features a black doeskin wool body, a black velvet centerband and Feuerschutzpolizei carmine wool truppenfarbe, (Branch of service color), to the crown edge and both the top and bottom edges of the centerband. The internal wire stiffener is still in place giving the cap a nice high peak to the front center of the crown. The center ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Vi-26888
Rating:    Exc++
Price: $229.46269.95