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Rare Early WW2 German Luftwaffe Winter Flight Suit. Sheep Skin lined and very heavy. Features a button up collar. The front closure opening runs from the neck to the crotch and is secured by large plastic buttons through 2 flaps, left and right, to create a baffle to keep out any chill wind. Made of heavy canvas type material with sheep ... Read and See More

Kaiserliche Marine - U-Bootkriegsabzeichen 1918 by Walter Schot fee. Instituted February 1, 1918, by Kaiser Wilhelm II, the U-Boat War Badge was awarded to any individual who had proven themselves and had carried out at least three patrols against the enemy. Later exceptions were allowed for those wounded or two with two patrols and at least 150 days at sea. It is constructed out ... Read and See More

A J1 - Frontflugspange Für Aufklärer, Seenotflieger-Verbände und Wetter-Erkundungs Staffeln in Gold by C. E. Juncker of Berlin. Instituted January 30, 1941, the Clasp for Reconnaissance, Air/Sea Rescue and Meteorological Squadrons in Gold was awarded for specialized squadrons upon the completion of 110 combat missions. It is constructed out of two pieces of die struck / stamped tombak / nickel-silver that ... Read and See More

Type that is fully sewn closed. Ink stamped and hand written in ink, "D-7940". ... See More

Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse by Friedrich Orth of Wein. The 2nd Class Iron Cross was awarded for an act of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. 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

A HJ Luftwaffenhelfer Hoheitsabzeichen. In 1943, as a part of the “Kriegshilfeinsatz der deutschen Jugend bei der Luftwaffe” (War Assistance Action of the German Youth within the Air-force), select members of the HJ who had reached the age of fifteen were to “volunteer” for auxiliary service in the Luftwaffe. It is constructed out of a black cotton base with light blue ... Read and See More

A Model 1933 Hitlerjugend Fahrtenmesser by RZM M7/27 - Puma of Solingen. The blade on this one has lots of age and has been sharpened. It has a solid fit and the RZM maker mark to the reverse of the riccasso is beautifully executed! The leather buffer pad is lost. The black painted scabbard has some paint loss and scratches throughout ... Read and See More

A Medaille für den Italienisch-Deutschen Feldzug in Afrika by Lorioli of Milano (2.3). Awarded to soldiers of the Wehrmacht and Italian troops who worked together in the North African theater of war. It is constructed out of a die struck bronze base that has been bronze washed and finished in a lacquer coating. The obverse of the award features two ... 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

Here we have a NSDAP Kampfbinde/Ärmelstreifen. It is constructed out of a red cotton base that has a separately stitched white cotton roundel and multi-piece black swastika. The rectangular shaped obverse features a centrally placed stitched on black mobile swastika above a white roundel that is stitched to a red base. The top and bottom edges have been folded ... Read and See More

Harp Madalyası - German-made. The Gallipoli Star was instituted by Sultan Mehmed V on March 1, 1915, and was awarded by the Ottoman Empire for gallantry in battle. It was awarded to Turkish and German - Austrian soldiers who participated in the operations against the Allied forces who attempted unsuccessfully the assault against the Turkish fortifications of the Dardanelles straits by landing ... Read and See More

Wehrmacht Heer Sommer-Hoheitsabzeichen für Offiziere. It is constructed out of a die stamped nickel-silver base that has been silver washed. The obverse depicts a Heer eagle with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons. The hollow back reverse shows a soldered-on rectangular plate c-shaped catch, soldered-on block hinge, round wire pin and a soldered on flatwire keeper. ... Read and See More

Kreigsmarine tunic. The 1940 pattern, mid-tan, brown corduroy construction tunic features a vertical, five button front closure and a lay down collar. The tunic has four pleated, front, patch pockets with scalloped button down flaps. There is no breast eagle and does not look like there ever was one. The front of the tunic has two small vertical tapering darts. The ... Read and See More

Machine woven cap eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in it’s talons, in bright, golden yellow rayon threads on a woven, dark blue/green, rayon base. Near mint. ... See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914, I believe the maker on this one is Neun Rösner of Sachsen. 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 ... Read and See More

Post-war straps. ... See More

Early razor by REobert Klaas of Prussia. Box shows period repair. ... See More

As shown. ... See More

Here we have a die stamped, alloy based, black painted, Imperial black wound badge. The oval badge depicts an embossed Imperial helmet which is above two crossed broad swords. This then lies on a pebbled field and is surrounded by a laurel leaf and acorn wreath that is tied together at the bottom with a bow. The tombak pin is ... Read and See More

Preußisches Abzeichen Militär-Flugzeugführer by C. E. Juncker of Berlin. Instituted January 27, 1913, by Kaiser Wilhelm II, the Prussian Military Pilot Badge was awarded to all officers, non-commissioned officers and enlisted men who had successfully passed; their training, two pilot exams and received the certificate of proficiency as a military pilot from the Inspectorate for Military Aviation and Motor ... Read and See More

Fully lined. Calf skin uppers and leather foot part. All straps and buckles present. Both zippers work well. Metal and leather tabs present on both boots Metal zipper tabs marked “ZIP” and a lightning bolt. Marked “A. BETZBAMBERG Marz 1943" in one boot. ... See More

Early high top SA brown leather boots. Two straps at top on right boot missing. No lace in the left. Both boots number 59781 on exterior instep of boot sale so they are a pair. Some hobnails missing on the soles. I see no size markings approx Men's 8. ... See More

A beautiful SS (Schutzstaffel) EM/NCO Buckle by Overhoff & Cie., Lüdenscheid, that was introduced in 1927. The buckle is constructed out of a die struck steel base that has been silver washed, ( most of the silvering is worn off the obverse. The obverse depicts an SS eagle with its tongue sticking out and outstretched wings, clutching a centrally placed wreath ... 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

Here we have a homemade NSDAP Kampfbinde/Ärmelstreifen. It is constructed out of a red cotton base that has separately stitched on white roundel with a rayon swas. stitched on that. The top and bottom edges have been folded over and stitched together. The back has been stitched to size. There are a few wee moth holes. The obver se ... Read and See More

In canvas war time produced broad arrow marked bren gun sling. ... See More

A history of the Knight's Cross bearers by John Angolia. In excellent used condition. ... 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

M1895 - Imperial Preußen Pickelhelm der Reserve und Landwehr Infanterie für Mannschaften. It is constructed out of a multi-piece blackened leather base with brass and steel fittings. To the front and center is a gilded brass Prussian Reserve and Landwehr Regiment issue state coat of arms (wappen), which features a filled-in crowned eagle clutching a scepter and crown ... Read and See More

A Luftwaffe Frontflug-Spange für Transportfliger in Gold by C.E. Juncker of Berlin. Instituted November 19, 1941,the Transport and Glider Clasp in Gold was and awarded for 110 operational sorties. It is constructed out of two pieces of die struck / stamped tombak / nickel-silver base that has been gold gilded / chemically blackened, has polished highlights and is finished in a protective lacquer ... Read and See More

Light weight, ribbed, khaki cotton twill construction Tunic features a vertical, six button front closure with small, opened, fold back, peak lapels and a lay down collar. TIt has four, non-pleated, front pockets with straight edged, button down flaps. Slip on shoulder boards of silver/aluminum braid with mid-blue velvet waffenfarbe. Each shoulder board has a zinc Mercurial staff cypher. ( ... Read and See More

A M38 - 2.Modell Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Dolch für Führer by Paul Weyersberg of Solingen. Here's a great looking piece with an nice blade! The bright blade on this one is beautiful! It has good crossgrain that is best towards the hit. It has a perfect tip and solid fit! The blade rates an Exc++. It shows the common ... 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

Deluxe M1935 Heer Dolchgehänge. The back connector, buckles, bands, and clips are all constructed out of a zinc base that has been silver washed. All of the components depict beautiful oak leaves and acorns throughout. The grommets are steel and the prongs are steel based. The clips remain in well working condition. All of these components are held together ... Read and See More

An olive drab canvas pack with leather and cowhide fittings, roughly 29cm wide, 39cm tall and 10cm deep, with a fold-over flap that covers its entire front. Full fur coverage to the main flap. All of the straps, buckles and buttons are complete. Maker marked and dated for 1939. Shows the expected age and light period use but no damage. ... See More

No markings I can see so eill cakll this post-war. ... See More

Victorian Era - North West Canada Medal 1885 awarded to Gunner T. Cooper of the Montreal Garrison Artillery. Introduced on September 18, 1885, the North West Canada Medal was awarded to Canadian local forces, attached British Army officers and members of the North-West Mounted Police, who took part in the suppression of the North-West Rebellion. It is constructed out of a die stamped ... Read and See More

Kaiserliche Marine S.M.S. Elbing Mützenband. The SMS Elbing (light cruiser) was ordered by the Imperial Russian navy under the name Admiral Nevelskoy from the Schichau-Werke shipyard in Danzig in 1913. Following the outbreak of World War I, the ship was confiscated in August 1914 and launched on November 21, 1914 as the SMS Elbing. It is constructed out of a black ... Read and See More

A J1 - Frontflugspange Für Aufklärer, Seenotflieger-Verbände und Wetter-Erkundungs Staffeln in Silver by C. E. Juncker of Berlin. Instituted January 30, 1941, the Clasp for Reconnaissance, Air/Sea Rescue and Meteorological Squadrons in silver was awarded for specialized squadrons upon the completion of sixty combat missions. It is constructed out of a two-piece die struck/stamped nickel-silver base that ... Read and See More

Nice quality, hand embroidered, second pattern, (Circa 1936/1937-1945), Luftwaffe eagle, with out-stretched wings, clutching a canted swastika in one talon, in bright, silver/aluminum wire threads, with bright silver bullion and off-white accent threads, on a cut-out, Luftwaffe blue/grey wool base. ... 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

A nice early slant-grip Model 1935 Wehrmacht Heer Dolch by Arthur Schüttelhöfer & Co. of Solingen-Wald. Like many of these early daggers this utilized WKC fittings. The blade on this one has been cleaned and not much crossgrain remains. The acid etched maker mark is lightened. This is a tapered tang example, exactly what one would expect on an early ... Read and See More

There is an ink stamp on the inside of the flap. You can faintly see it in pictures. Late war. ... See More

Die Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938. The Sudetenland - 1 October 1938 Commemorative Medal was awarded for participating in the occupation of Sudetenland and the occupation of Czechoslovakia in March 1939. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been bronze washed. The obverse depicts two unclothed men (one has a chain around his right wrist, the other ... Read and See More

Kaiserliche Marine S.M.S. Bremen Mützenband. The SMS Bremen (Bremen-class cruisers) was launched on July 9, 1903, and sunk in a Russian minefield on December 15, 1915 It is constructed out of a black satin/rayon base with gold-colored machine stitched thread. The obverse reads, in gold: “S.M.S. Bremen” on a black base. The top and bottom have chain-like re-enforce ... Read and See More

A 3. Klasse Spanien-Kreuz in Bronze (ohne Schwerter) by Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid. The Bronze Spanish Cross without Swords was awarded non-combatants for three months of service in Spain. It is a multi-piece construction made out of a die struck bronze base that has been bronze washed, burnished and finished in a protective lacquer coating. The obverse depicts a convex ... Read and See More

Rare – 1st Grade Kleinkampfverband der Kriegsmarine (K-Verband) “Small Battle Unit of the Kriegsmarine” Bewährungsabzeichen/Proficiency Badge. Introduced November 30, 1944, the 1st Grade Proficiency Badge was awarded for wear to volunteers in the Kleinkampfverbände during training and a two-month probationary period. It is constructed out of a yellow machine embroidered stitching on a navy-blue wool backing. The obverse features a ... Read and See More

Smooth, multi-panel, mid-brown and blackened leather construction ankle boots. insides of the boots are marked, (see last pic). Hobnails all look complete. I don't know if the laces are original. Roughly a size 7. Shows the expected age and use, but overall nice condition ... See More

Purchased from Collector's Guild years ago. I'll let Peter describe. All seems accurate except the drawstring has been replaced. peter calls the leather dry, it's not too hard and pretty good overall. Nicely marked. ... 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

In white patent leather. ... See More

Kaiserliche Marine S.M.S. Leipzig Mützenband. The SMS Leipzig (Bremen-class cruisers) was launched on March 21, 1905, and was sunk by at the battle of the Falkland Islands on December 8, 1914 It is constructed out of a black satin/rayon base with gold-colored machine stitched thread. The obverse reads, in gold: “S.M.S. Leipzig” on a black base. The top ... Read and See More

Scarce Variation - Heer Großdeutschland Ärmelstreiffen. The Großdeutschland Division was an elite Panzer combat unit of the German Army. It is constructed out of black twill weave cotton base with machine embroidered white cotton/rayon and flatwire stitching. The rectangular shaped obverse reads “Großdeutschland” (fourth pattern script), in white on a black backing with two horizontal flatwire ... Read and See More

A 2. Klasse Tapferkeits und Verdienst Auszeichnung für Ostvölker in Silber. The 2nd Class Ostvolk Medal in Silver was awarded for bravery to military and paramilitary personnel from the former Soviet Union. The award is constructed out of a die struck, zinc base that has been silver washed. The obverse depicts a centrally placed rosette flower that is surrounded ... Read and See More

Pennant for Kriegsmarine Officers. Measuring approximately 39cm long and 24 cm tall; Two-sided, made of a Kriegsmarine dark blue background with separately applied KM eagles, and it is trimmed along the edges with gold tresse displaying swastikas. Overall, this pennant exhibits use and wear and a bit of tress loss tp the edges. ... See More

Beautiful early brass example that's all hand enhanced by WKC! The blade on this one rates an easy Exc++. The tip is nice with a small rough spot you will have to use your fingers to find There are some light scuffs, the fit is nice and tight, the blade remains bright with a stamped WKC knight's head maker mark. ... Read and See More

A Luftwaffen Fliegerschützen Bordfunker und Bordmechanikerabzeichen by F. W. Assmann & Sohne of Lüdenscheid. An airman could receive the ROAG badge after passing a qualification exam and completing a minimum of five missions over enemy territory or two months of training or earlier if wounded in the process of an operational flight. It is a two-piece construction made out ... Read and See More

A J2 - Luftwaffe Frontflugspange für Kampfflieger in Bronze by C. E. Juncker of Berlin. The Bomber Clasp, Kampf und Sturzkampfflieger (Heavy, Medium and Dive-Bomber) in Bronze was instituted January 30, 1941, and was awarded for twenty combat missions. It is constructed out of two pieces of die struck bronze / die stamped nickel-silver that has been bronze washed / chemically blackened and ... 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

A great looking sword purchased from the Vet's family. The 29 inch blade on this one has some spotting and age. It could use some spit and polish but I like to leave this stuff as found. It has a solid fit and perfect tip! The stamped maker mark is well executed. The blade rates Exc. The thick off white leather ... Read and See More

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Khedive's Star 1884 - Private Charles Cox of the 1st Battalion York & Lancaster Regiment. The Khedive's Star was awarded to all British and Indian Army soldiers had received the British Egypt Medal and took part in the Egypt and the Sudan military campaigns between 1882 and 1891. The 1884 dated star was in relation to the first Suakin Expedition and awarded for operations between ... Read and See More

Kaiserliche Marine S.M.S. Pommern Mützenband. The SMS Pommern (Deutschland-class pre-dreadnought battleships) was launched on December 2, 1905, and was sunk by British destroyers at the Battle of Jutland on June 1, 1916. It is constructed out of a black satin/rayon base with gold-colored machine stitched thread. The obverse reads, in gold: “S.M.S. Pommern” on a black base. The ... Read and See More

A Deutsches Kurland Ärmelstreifen - Type I. Introduced in March 12, 1945, the Kurland Cufftitle was awarded to personnel who; had participated in at least three Kurland (Courland) Battles, had been wounded in a combat operation or had served at least three honorable months of service. A total of six battles occurred in Kurland form October 13, 1944 to March 31, 1945. The “Kurland” Army Group ... Read and See More

Nice quality hand embroidered breast eagle with out-stretched wings, clutching a wreathed, canted, swastika in its talons, in golden yellow celleon threads, on a cut-out, dark, navy blue, wool base. Uniform removed. Nice! ... See More

A J1 - Luftwaffe Frontflug-Spange für Transportfliger in Bronze by C.E. Juncker of Berlin. The Transport and Glider Clasp in Bronze was instituted November 19, 1941 and awarded for twenty operational sorties. It is constructed out of two pieces of die struck bronze/nickel-silver that has been bronze/silver washed and chemically blackened. The obverse depicts a centrally placed blackened ... Read and See More

Here's a Model 1706 leopard-head Army sword by Eickhorn! The plated blade on this one looks good. It has a nice mirror like finish to it with a beautifully stamped "Original Eickhorn Solingen" maker mark. The blade rates NM. The buffer pad is lost to time. The steel based, black enamel repainted scabbard looks good. It shows age and wear while ... Read and See More

Roughly 20.5" x 14.5", double sided cotton construction pennant. The pennant features a red base field with a separate central white circular disk with a printed mobile black swastika to its center. A wee stain from where a thumbtack held this at some point. No holes and folded over on hoist end to accept a pole., Great display size. ... See More

Kaiserliche Marine S.M.S. Luetzow Mützenband. The SMS Lützow (Derfflinger-class battlecruiser) was launched on November 29, 1913 and was scuttled after the Battle of Jutland Jun 1, 1916. It is constructed out of a black satin/rayon base with machine stitched silver thread. The obverse reads, in silver: “S.M.S. Luetzow” on a black base. The top and bottom have ... Read and See More

A 3. Stufe Nahkampfspange des Heers in Gold by Friedrich Linden of Lüdenscheid - 2nd Pattern. The Gold III Stage Close Combat Clasp was awarded for 50 close combat battles. To any solider that was awarded the Gold Combat Clasp he would also automatically be awarded the German Cross in Gold, without delay. An estimated 631 Gold Combat Clasps were awarded. The ... Read and See More

A Luftwaffe Frontflug-Spange für Transportfliger in Silber by Friedrich Orth of Wein. The Transport and Glider Clasp was instituted on November 19, 1941 and was awarded for 60 operational sorties. It is constructed out of two pieces of die struck nickel-silver/zinc alloy that has been silver washed/chemically blackened. The obverse depicts a centrally placed blackened open winged Luftwaffe eagle, clutching ... Read and See More

A Kriegsabzeichen für Marineartillerie by Steinhauer & Lück of Lüdenscheid. The Navy Coastal Artillery Badge was awarded to the crews of Kriegsmarine land-based marine artillery and anti-aircraft units. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been gold gilded and black burnished and finished in a clear lacquer coating. The obverse depicts an anti-aircraft ... Read and See More

Imperial Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1914 by “N” - Neun Rösner of Sachsen. 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 ... Read and See More

Extra-Seitengewehr 98K mit Seitengewehrtasche. A nice extra cost feature is stag grips! The bright plated 250mm Eickhorn over-the-shoulder stamped blade. It's in excellent condition with just normal light wear. The blade rates Exc++. There are just light runner marks but that's it. The leather buffer pad remains. The black enamel painted dent-free scabbard has some wee scratches and some rub ... Read and See More

A beautiful Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten was awarded to individuals who served on the German Eastern Front during 15 November 1941 to 15 April 1942. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been silver washed, blackened and lacquered. The round shaped obverse depicts the early national closed winged eagle clutching a stagnant swastika in its talons, in front of ... Read and See More

Hitler Youth BDM District Sleeve Triangle – West Mittelrhein. Appears tunic-removed and is stained. ... See More

A 2nd Pattern Das Schnellbootkriegsabzeichen by C. Schwerin & Sohn of Berlin! The Fast Attack Craft War Badge was awarded to worthy individuals who had served in twelve combat engagements on fast attack craft or torpedo boats, other special circumstances may grant the award as well. The S-Boat Badge design was changed on January 28, 1943, from the earlier 1st pattern (S-30 boat) ... Read and See More

Here's a great example of a silver IAB by Adolf Scholze! The oval shaped badge is constructed out of a die struck, zinc-alloy base that has been silver washed. The obverse depicts a rifle and bayonet below a Heer closed winged eagle clutching a mobile swastika within its talons. This is all surrounded by an oak leaf and acorn wreath ... Read and See More

A Model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by Malsch & Ambronn of Steinbach. The blade on this one is looks great! The acid etched “Alles fur Deutschland” motto and man at the well “Malsch & Ambronn Steinbach” maker mark are both dark, crisp and beautifully executed! The crossgrain is wonderful and easily visible as you shine it in the light. The fit is nice and ... Read and See More

A Deutsches Afrika Ärmelstreifen. Introduced on January 15, 1943, the Afrika Cufftitle was awarded to personnel who had been wounded, contracted a tropical illness, or had won a military award, regardless of the time served in the African theatre or war. It is constructed out of machine embroidered silver/grey rayon on a tan/brown camel hair wool base. The obverse features, ... Read and See More

Here we have a really nice cased 13 March 1938 Commemorative Medal (Austria). The award is die struck, alloy based and silver washed. The obverse depicts two unclothed men (one has a chain around his right wrist, the other is holding an NSDAP flag on a pole) that are standing on a pedestal that shows a Heer eagle. The reverse reads: "13. Marz 1938 ... 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