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Verleihungsurkunde für das Deutsche Spanien-Kreuz in Silber mit Schwertern. This document would accompany the Silver Spanish Cross with Swords that was awarded to Oberfeldwebel (NCO) Josef Marzinek on June 6th, 1939 “as recognition for exceptional service as a volunteer in the fight for Spanish freedom”. It is constructed out of a pressed paper base with black printed ink. The obverse ... Read and See More

A Kriegs-verdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern by 11 - Grossmann & Co. of Wien. The 2nd Class War Merit Cross with Swords was awarded to soldiers for exceptional service in battle above and beyond the call of duty. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been bronze washed and lacquered. It depicts a pebbled Maltese style cross and ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber by 100 - Rudolf Wachtler & Lange of Mittweida. The Silver Wound Badge was awarded to those who were wounded three or four times by hostile action (including air raids), or frostbitten in the line of duty. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been silver washed and lacquered. The oval shaped obverse ... Read and See More

This is a very reasonably priced example with traces of lacquer remaining to the brass. The blade on this one has some age towards the habaki I have not tried to clean. The fit is tight and the tip is perfectly pointed! The blade rates Exc+/Exc++. The blade measures approx 8 1/4 inches long,(measured from the habaki). The black saya ( ... Read and See More

A M1937 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger (Fliegerdolch) by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. The more desirable plated blade on this one looks great. The stamped “Original Eickhorn Solingen” maker mark is crisp and beautifully executed. The plating gives the blade a nice mirror like finish! The fit is nice and tight and the tip comes to a perfect point. The blade ... Read and See More

Luftwaffen 3. Stufe Kraftfahrbewährungsabzeichen in Gold. Awarded upon completing specific award criteria in recognizing driver efforts, ability and vehicle maintenance. It is constructed out of a multi piece die stamped steel base that has been gold gilded / silver washed and attached to a round blue-grey wool piece. The obverse features, in gold; a steering wheel above a textured background surrounded ... Read and See More

This has never been in a collection! This has passed from WH Gefreiter Wilhelm Leigib (the Veteran) to his daughter and her husband (Leigib pass away in 2017, they have owned it for 2 years), and now us. The veteran’s son-in-law tell us: “He was a radio operator for a Tiger Mk I in the 11th Panzer division from 1943 until the ... Read and See More

The non-ballistic CVC helmet was a lightly padded crash helmet for wear inside all US armored fighting vehicles during the Vietnam era. This specimen, manufactured by Specialty Plastics, mounts integrated send/receive electronics emblematic of the advances of radio and intercom communications in the post WWII era. Included is a set of goggles with cloth elastic straps. The foam used ... Read and See More

Measures approx 32"x 8" NOT including the gold bullion fringe or hanger. This suffers silk rot as shown with holes. It is fragile and will tear of not handled with care. Nice silver bullion chain stitching, "Gewidmet von der NSDAP Ortsgruppe Gechersheim" and "Sei treu und Deutsch" roughlt translated, Dedicated to the NSDAP Ortsgruppe Gechersheim Be loyal and German. The swas. ... Read and See More

A Deutsche Arbeitsfront Mitgliedsabzeichen by RZM M1/34 - Karl Wurster, Markneukirchen. This piece would have been worn by the member while in civilian clothing. It is constructed out of a die struck aluminum base that has been silver washed. The round shaped obverse features the cut-out DAF emblem, which consists of; a crosshatched mobile swastika surrounded by a cog wheel. ... Read and See More

Wehrmacht Ringkragen “Feldgendarmerie” (Army Military Field Police). This half-moon shaped, multi-piece gorget is constructed out of a stamped sheet metal and alloy base that has been silver washed and contains luminous yellow and dark matte grey paint. The obverse displays a centrally placed Heer eagle, with out-stretched wings clutching a wreathed swastika in its talons, above a grey bannered “Feldgendarmerie” ... Read and See More

A Deutscher Reichsbund für Leibesübungen III Reichssieger im Rollhockey nichttragbare Siegerplakette 1938 - Ortsgruppe Darmstadt. This would have been awarded to the winners of the 1938 Roller Hockey Tournament. It is constructed out of a carved amber and injection molded celluloid base. The round shaped obverse features, in white, the DRL emblem (a centrally placed mobile swastika above the chest ... Read and See More

Awarded during Spain’s Franco Period - Con Distintivo Blanco - Orden al Mérito Militar. The White Decoration - Order of Military Merit Cross, instituted August 3rd 1864 by Queen Isabel II, was awarded for merits, works, actions, facts or distinguished services, that are carried out during the provision of the missions or services that are ordinarily or extraordinarily entrusted ... Read and See More

A nice looking one here! It is constructed out of a die stamped nickel-silver base that has been silver washed and burnished. The round shaped obverse features a M16 style helmet in front of an encircled mobile swastika, with “N.S.D. F.B.St.”? (Nationalsozialistischer Deutscher Frontkämpferbund, Stahlhelm) to the bottom. The hollow back reverse is marked "M. ... Read and See More

The blade on this one has a few scuffs and remains clean and rust-free. The fit is tight and the tip is perfectly pointed! The blade rates Exc+/Exc++. The blade measures 8 1/4 inches long. The black saya (scabbard) is wood based, leather covered and lacquered with all stitching intact. It has some scrapes but still looks good. The saya has ... Read and See More

Blade marked P. Weyersberg 39, scabbard marked Coppel. 1937 dated frog with all 4 rivets remaining much stitching is lost. Scabbard is missing side screw. ... See More

Here's a bargain. These were authorized for wear personally by Himmler and ownership required a certificate. Each one was, upon being awarded, duly noted in the SS Diensltersliste and became a part of the owner's service record along with his other awards and citations. So most believe these unmarked examples were made by Krebs. The blade rates an Exc+. The 35.5" ... Read and See More

Nicely framed photo of 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment. The 51st Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment was raised in Iowa in 1898 for service in the Philippines Theater of the Spanish–American War. The volunteers trained in Iowa and San Francisco at Camp Merritt near the Presidio, where a ... Read and See More

A Medaille für den Italienisch-Deutschen Feldzug in Afrika by Lorioli of Milano. 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

A Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42. The Eastern Front Medal 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-alloy 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, ... Read and See More

A Wehrmacht Bajonett für K98 by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen 1938. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1935. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great! The blued panels continue to have a nice and dark finish. The fit is perfect. It is ... Read and See More

A 1st pattern SA (Sturmabteilung) Koppelschloß, introduced in the early 1920's. It is constructed out of a die stamped brass base that has been bronze washed and burnished. The obverse depicts a centrally placed roundel which consists of; an embossed open winged SA eagle griping a wreathed sun wheel swastika in its talons on a smooth background, that is above ... Read and See More

This is a well marked example. The blade on this one has some age I have not tried to clean. The fit is tight and the tip is perfectly pointed! The blade rates Exc+. The blade measures 8 1/4 inches long. The black saya (scabbard) is wood based, leather covered and lacquered with all stitching intact. It has some scrapes but still ... Read and See More

This is a 10" Allach plate available to the public during the Christmas season. These had an individual greeting from Obergruppenführer Pohl. To to obverse is a Christian Poem, roughly translated, "From all the stars, flows a glorious blessing So that tired strength can once more feel itself refreshing Out ... Read and 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

A 2nd Pattern (1938-41) Fallschirmschützenabzeichen der Luftwaffe by W. Deumer of Lüdenscheid. The Luftwaffe Paratrooper Badge was awarded to those who had successfully completed the paratrooper training course, consisting of physical and psychological tests along with six qualifying parachute jumps. The two-piece construction badge features a die struck tombak based and gold gilded eagle with a die struck ... Read and See More

An Erinnerungsmedaille für die spanischen Freiwilligen im Kampf gegen den Bolschewismus by 1 - Deschler & Sohn of München. Instituted January 3rd 1944, The German Spanish “Blue Division” Commemorative Medal was awarded to Spanish volunteers of the “Blue Division” who served in the Russian front. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc alloy base that has been bronze washed. ... Read and See More

A Model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by H. Herder of Solingen. The blade on this one looks good. The acid etched “Alles für Deutschland” motto and “H. Herder Solingen” maker mark are both crisp and nicely executed! The crossgrain is easily visible all the way from the hilt to the tip. The fit remains nice and tight and the tip comes ... Read and See More

A Model 1933 Schutzstaffel Dienstdolch)by Puma (Puma-Werk Lauterjung & Sohn of Solingen) RZM Contract Code “RZM 1052/38 SS” 1938. The blade on this one looks great. The acid etched “Meine Ehre Heißt Treue” motto and “RZM 1052/38 SS” SS contract number are both dark, crisp and beautifully executed! The tip comes to a perfect point and the fit sits perfectly up against the ... Read and See More

Here we have an aluminum based, die struck customs cap badge. It shows a left facing eagle clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons, with outstretched wings. The reverse is unmarked and has all three brass prongs intact. Nice piece, awesome condition! ... See More

This hammer is set against an attached toothed gear wheel marked with the initials of this union organization, "NSBO". The reverse is fitted with a small pin. Shows wear with both pins intact ... See More

Really very nice , roughly 4cm wide by 98cm long, bright, gold/black brocade belt with a molded, brass buckle. The belt features a 1cm wide central black stripe with two gold bullion evenly spaced stripes. The belt has two sliding, vertical, "keepers", with one positioned on each side of the buckle. There is also a loop for a dagger and ... Read and See More

This membership stickpin measures approximately 14mm wide and marked 6. Nice! ... See More

SS-Porzellanmanufaktur Allach - nichttragbare Plakette “Sportappell der Betriebe 1939”. A Sports Competition Prize given by the Deutsche Arbeitsfront (German Labor Front) for the year long program advocating the joy of sport for physical training for a healthier work force. It is constructed out of an unglazed porcelain base. The round shaped obverse features a man and woman (behind) running in front ... Read and See More

Stands approx 32mm high, this is made from die struck tombac. The reverse is RZM 1/63 marked with two tombac pins. This shows a tombac finish, not sure if this is intentional or if it was taken from the factory with out it's final silver plating. ... See More

Inscibed "eiserne arbeit stähierne wehr plate sichern uns freiheit und ehr" translated roughly, iron work steel will secure us freedom and honor. Depicts an SS soldiers bust. Looks to be recast in plaster and painted. It has been broken and repaired and repainted. ... See More

Nice quality, roughly 4cm wide by 98cm long, bright, gold/black brocade belt with a molded, brass buckle. The belt features a 1cm wide central black stripe with two gold bullion evenly spaced stripes. The belt has two sliding, vertical, "keepers", with one positioned on the side of buckle, also in alloy featuring the "bundle of sticks" with a axe ... Read and See More

This is an interesting example with a unique grip. The blade on this one has some age I have not tried to clean. The fit is tight and the tip is perfectly pointed! The blade rates Exc+. The blade measures 8 1/4 inches long. The black saya (scabbard) is wood based, leather covered and lacquered with all stitching intact. It has some ... Read and See More

Here we have a Evangelical Stick Pin. It is constructed out of die struck solid silver, and is contains white and black enamel work. The obverse depicts a shield with a black cross and white background, and the shield is surrounded by a laurel leaf wreath. The full back reverse is maker marked "800", to the bottom, and has a well ... Read and See More

A Nationalsozialistische Parteiabzeichen by RZM M1/120 - Wilhelm Deumer of Lüdenscheid. These were available for private purchase / given (HJ/BDM) to individuals after they had joined the NSDAP. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been silver washed and contains red, white and black enamel paint work. The round shaped obverse depicts a black ... Read and See More

A Deutsches Jungvolk Koppelschloß, introduced in 1933. It is constructed out of a single piece of die struck brass that has been bronze flash coated and nickel-silver plated. The rectangular shaped obverse features a centrally placed bronze Sigrune (The Deutsche Jungvolk emblem) which lies on a smooth silvered backing. The reverse has a soldered on brass based catch and plated steel ... Read and See More

A Red Cross Donation Pin! It is constructed out of white porcelain. The obverse depicts a red cross. The full back reverse is missing the pin, and is maker marked "3". It measures 1 inch in diameter. Cool! ... See More

A Seefahrt Ist Not (Shipping is Necessity) Tinnie 1935 by Ferdinand Hoffstätter of Bonn am Rhein. This piece is constructed out of a die struck, aluminum alloy base that has been silver washed and lacquered. The obverse depicts a sailing ship breaking through the waves, below an NSDAP national eagle (clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons), above the bottom ... Read and See More

An Early - Reichsbund der Deutschen Beamten (RDB - Reich Federation of German Civil Servants) Mitgliedsabzeichen. It is constructed out of a die struck nickel-alloy base that has been silver washed and black burnished. The obverse features a RDB eagle with outstretched wings clutching a mobile swastika in its talons behind “RDB” to its chest. The full back reverse is ... Read and See More

Breeches are constructed of the nice quality tan wool with a gabardine weave. Breeches feature a button French fly with additional button at waistband. Breeches have two diagonally angled slash front pockets and one right rear horizontal slash pocket. Two fit adjustment straps at reverse side seams, just below waistband with gilt washed magnetic gripper buckles to each. Buttons are ... Read and See More

Enamel door sign measures approx 140mm x 80mm. The reverse is well marked. This would have been on the local Black leaders door or beside the door. ... See More

Here's a well marked example of an 1883 patterned Imperial Japanese Naval Officer Dirk. The single fullered blade on this one is a nice example. It has some minor age dots but that's it. The fit is good and the tip is perfectly pointed! The blade rates Exc++. The blade measures approx 8 1/4 inches long,(measured from the habaki). The brown saya ( ... Read and See More

A DAF/KdF Berlin Radio Broadcasting Exhibition Tinnie 1937. It is constructed out of die stamped steal base that has been silver washed and burnished. The obverse features a DAF emblem behind the left side of an eagles head all above “Berlin”. It also reads “Mit KdF Zur Rundfunkausstellung”. The hollow back reverse has a horizontally soldered on well working steel ... Read and See More

Stands approx 32mm high, this is made from die struck tombac that has been silvered and painted with black backgrounds. The reverse is unmarked with two tombac pins. Perfect item for display. ... See More

Here we have a NSDAP Political Leader Belt and Buckle by RZM M4/40 (Giesse & Schmidt, Ruhla), that was instituted in 1940. The buckle is constructed out of a die struck zinc-alloy base that has been gold gilded. Rare as most are alumminum. The round shaped obverse features a centrally placed NSDAP 1939 pattern eagle without-stretched wings clutching a wreathed mobile swastika in ... Read and See More

Came in with a veterans grouping. The dogs are hand carved out of wood. One dog is painted black, the other white, and both have orange eyes. The white painted dog has writing on the side of its head that reads "Kurarf Berneck". The string of the necklace goes through the back and out the belly of the dogs. The ... Read and See More

Here we have a rare Bahnschutzpolizei EM/NCO cap eagle. Best you've never seen one before!! Here's an example of the visor. ... See More

A very rare early brass marked set! The clips, buckles, regain chain and bands are all brass based and have been gold gilded. The buckles depict four matching lion heads and the backs are semi-hollow. The lion face head and mane all show beautiful detail throughout! The black obverse ribbed rayon shows honest wear. The back shows black felt shows ... Read and See More

Here we have a worn steel based, die struck, single piece, green painted tabbed army belt buckle. The obverse depicts an embossed closed winged Heer eagle griping a swastika in its talons. The eagle is above a half oak leaf and acorn wreath and underneath: "GOTT MIT UNS" (God with us). The wreath and motto are in front of a ... Read and See More

Here we have a Luftwaffe Supporter Tinnie. It is constructed out of die stamped steel base. The obverse depicts 3 planes in formation. The reverse has a well working, horizontally soldered on, steel pin assembly. It measures 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Nice! ... See More

A Ludendorff Supporter Tinnie. It is constructed out of a die stamped steel base that has been bronze washed. The obverse depicts Erich Ludendorff, wearing a Pour le Mérite, with the reading "Lundenforff" to the bottom right. For information on Erich Ludendorff visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erich_LudendorffRead and See More

A worn Army Belt Buckle. It is constructed of a single piece of die struck steel that appears to have been blued. The obverse roundel depicts a closed winged Heer eagle griping a mobile swastika in its talons on a smooth round background. The eagle is above a half oak leaf and acorn wreath that is tied together at the ... Read and See More

Abzeichen Tag der Arbeit 1935. Introduced in 1933, the NSDAP declared May 1st the “Day of National Work” as an official state holiday to celebrate laborers and the working classes. It is constructed out of a die struck aluminum-alloy base that has been silver washed with burnished highlights. The oval shaped obverse depicts three men; one man has a sledgehammer over his ... Read and See More

A Veterans NSKOV Mützenadler The NSKOV (National Sozialistische Kriegsopferversorung - National Socialist War-disabled-support Organization), was formed in 1930 and institutionalized in 1933, as an associated society assisting NSDAP party members who had become disabled as a result of war injuries. It is constructed out of a die stamped nickel-silver base that has been silver washed and contains red and black paint ... Read and See More

This is an green painted, single piece, die struck steel Army belt buckle. The front depicts the Heer closed winged eagle holding a swastika within its talons on a smooth background. This is then encircled by detailed lines enclosed by two twisted ropes. Above the eagle is the motto "GOTT MIT UNS" (God with us) and below the eagle is ... Read and See More

A great matching example here! The more desirable plated blade on this one looks great! The stamped "Paul Weyersberg & Co Solingen" maker mark and proof mark just above it are beautifully executed! It has a perfect tip and perfect fit. The plating looks great as well, giving it a nice mirror like finish! The blade on this one rates an ... Read and See More

Here we have a Hot Air Balloon Stickpin. It is constructed out of a die stamped tombak base that has been gold gilded. The obverse depicts a hot air balloon with an anchor on the side. The hollow back reverse has a well working, vertically soldered on, tombak stickpin. It measures 21/32 inches wide by 1 1/8 inches tall. Cool! ... See More

A "7" Shoulder Board Cypher. It is constructed out of a die struck aluminum-alloy base that has been silver washed. The hollow back reverse has both soldered on prongs intact. It measures 3/8 inches wide by 3/4 inches tall. Cool! ... See More

A Reichsparteitagabzeichen by Walter Demmer of Lüdenscheid. The 8th Party Congress was known as the "Rally of Honour" (Reichsparteitag der Ehre, September 8–14). The re-militarization of the demilitarized Rhineland in March 1936 constituted the restoration of German honour in the eyes of many Germans. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc-alloy base that has been silver gilded. The round ... Read and See More