Day 1 - Military Auction - Clifton Collection

Day 1 - Military Auction - Clifton Collection

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Day 1 - Military Auction - Clifton Collection

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Featuring the WWII military collection of Michael Clifton (Lots 1 to 210) including a large collection of military guns and weapons, military leader autographs, personal items, posters and more!
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WWII Nazi Hermann Goering Boar Tusk Corkscrew

Lot # 144 (Sale Order: 151 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Boar Tusk Corkscrew. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste ...moreand avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This corkscrew came from one of the Goering trains in Carinhall and was used in the Berghof where it was found by 1st Lieutenant D.C. Watts of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division. Corkscrew handle is made of boar tusk and has the Goering Coat of Arms on a silver endcap on the handle. Some oxidation present on endcap with coat of arms deeply etched and Rominten visible under coat of arms as well as the date 26.IX.36, presumably the day the boar was hunted by Goering. Boar tusk has small chip at end tip. Corkscrew has seen use, oxidation present on screw. Included is a certificate of authencity. Good condition. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Hermann Goering Stag Horn Corkscrew

Lot # 145 (Sale Order: 152 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Stag Horn Corkscrew. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste ...moreand avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This corkscrew came from one of the Goering trains in Carinhall and was used in the Berghof where it was found by 1st Lieutenant D.C. Watts of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division. Corkscrew handle is made of stag horn and has the Goering Coat of Arms on a silver endcap on the end of handle, coat of arms is deeply etched. Handle is in good condition with slight wear on end tip. Corkscrew has seen use, some oxidation present on screw. Good condition overall. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Leader Hermann Goering Belt Buckle

Lot # 146 (Sale Order: 153 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Gold Belt Buckle. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste and...more avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This belt buckle was found by 1st Lieutenant D.C. Watts of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division in the underground storage rooms of the Platterdorf Hotel. The belt buckle was worn by members of the Goering escort for Goering's wedding to Emmy Sonnerman. This gold belt buckle has the Goering Coat of Arms largely embellished on the front and is nicely polished. Included is a certificate of authenticity. Excellent condition. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Vintage Hermann Goering Signed Bust

Lot # 147 (Sale Order: 154 of 1015)      

Signed Bust Hermann Goering Bust WWII Vintage. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lav...moreish taste and avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This bust has a golden finish over a chalk like composition. The artist’s name is inscribed clearly on the back of Goering’s neck. Hans Retzbach was a German artist that Hitler personally selected to make busts. This nonmetal bust has small chips in finish above and below the left eye, larger chip on back of left ear. Overall good condition. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi German Leader Hermann Goering Candelabra

Lot # 148 (Sale Order: 155 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Silver Candelabra. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste an...mored avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This silver candelabra was found in the Berghof vacation home near Berchtesgaden by 1st Lieutenant D.C. Watts of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division. The Goering Coat of Arms is deeply etched on the base of the candelabra, have not been polished in years. Has seen use as evidenced by the dried wax on the inside of each candle holder. Included is the original certificate of authenticity as well as the catalog it came from. Very good condition overall. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection. 14.5"

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WWII Nazi German Leader Hermann Goering Candelabra

Lot # 149 (Sale Order: 156 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Silver Candelabra. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste an...mored avid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This silver candelabra was found in the Berghof vacation home near Berchtesgaden by 1st Lieutenant D.C. Watts of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division. The Goering Coat of Arms is deeply etched on the base, has not been polished in years. Has seen use as evidenced by the dried wax inside each of the candle holders. Included is a copy of the original certificate of authenticity as well as a copy of the catalog it came from. Very good condition overall. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection. 14.5"

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WWII Nazi Leader Hermann Goering Time Magazine

Lot # 150 (Sale Order: 157 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Time Magazine. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste and av...moreid enthusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. This time magazine is dated April 1, 1940 and has Hermann Goering prominently featured on the front. Cover is slightly dirty and has tiny hole on top and bottom. Good condition. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi German Leader Hermann Goering Portrait

Lot # 151 (Sale Order: 158 of 1015)      

Hermann Goering Portrait. Hermann Goering was the commander in chief of the Luftwaffe and a close associate of Adolf Hitler. He was known for his lavish taste and avid en...morethusiasm for the outdoors. He was the highest ranking Nazi official to be tried at the Nuremberg Trials and sentenced to execution by hanging but committed suicide by cyanide the night before his execution. He would help set up the Reichsforstschutz (Reichs Forest Protection), which was a paramilitary organization that protected the forests of Nazi Germany. These shoulder boards are green, which indicates state forestry service instead of Heer (gray) or Luftwaffe (black). The shoulder boards have no damage or loose stitching. There is also a pin of the Reichsbund Deutsche Jagerschaft (German Hunting Society). The pin has no damage. The portrait has a horizontal crease in the center of the portrait. Good condition overall. See lots 136-151 for more Hermann Goering items. From the Michael Clifton collection. 22.125" x 18.125"

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WWII Nazi Desk Drawer Knob from Hitler’s Desk

Lot # 152 (Sale Order: 159 of 1015)      

Drawer Knob from Hitler’s Desk. A drawer knob from the desk that Hitler used in the Reichschancellory. The new Reichschancellory was designed by Hitler’s architect, Alber...moret Speer, and finished in 1939. Hitler’s office was where he would take care of the matters of running Nazi Germany. The desk itself was demolished along with the Reichschancellory, where Colonel Clarence A. Aples of Patton’s 3rd Army brought the drawer knob home. Desk knob is in excellent but used condition. Included is two certificates of authenticity, a certified statement that Colonel Clarence A. Aples was there, and the catalog the knob came from. Excellent condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Signed ¾ Scale Bust

Lot # 153 (Sale Order: 160 of 1015)      

Signed ¾ Scale Bust of Adolf Hitler WWII Vintage. A bust of Adolf Hitler with remarkable likeness to him. This bust has a golden finish over a chalk like composition. Art...moreist’s name, Hans Retzbach, on back of Hitler’s neck is visible but faded. Hans Retzbach was a German artist that Hitler personally selected to make busts. Has chip in finish on the tip of his nose, slight discoloration above left eyebrow. Good condition overall. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Hitler Death Mask

Lot # 154 (Sale Order: 161 of 1015)      

Hitler Death Mask. A plaster death mask of Adolf Hitler. Mask is in need of a cleaning, has a shiny glossy finish. Has no damage or staining. Very good condition. See lot...mores 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Hitler Death Mask

Lot # 155 (Sale Order: 162 of 1015)      

Hitler Death Mask. A death mask of Adolf Hitler, made out of a wax like material. Mask has some wear around the edges, needs a cleaning. No damage of staining present. Ve...morery good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Obersalzburg Outer Wall Concrete Block

Lot # 156 (Sale Order: 163 of 1015)      

WWII Nazi Obersalzburg Outer Wall Concrete Block. A block of concrete from the outer wall of Hitler’s vacation home, Berghof, near Berchtesgaden. Berghof was heavily dama...moreged in an Allied bombing raid on April 25, 1945 and later set on fire by retreating SS soldiers on May 4, 1945. American forces occupied Berchtesgaden later that day and salvaged what they could from Berghof. Good condition.See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Mein Kampf Book Signed by Adolf Hitler

Lot # 157 (Sale Order: 164 of 1015)      

Adolf Hitler Signed Mein Kampf Book. Mein Kampf (My Struggle) was a book written by Adolf Hitler while he was in Landsberg Prison for the infamous 1923 Beer Hall Putsch. ...moreHis book would outline his beliefs in the inferiorty of Jews and Bolsheviks and his plan for Germany. This copy, dated 1938, was signed by Adolf Hitler himself and was presented to the recipient by the mayor of Munich. In Nazi Germany in the 1930s, every newlywed couple and later on, every soldier fighting on the front lines was given a free copy of the book. The cover is plain and shows some wear on the corners, the pages inside are in very good condition. Adolf Hitler's signature is clearly visible and distinct below his image. Overall, very good condition and a must have for any collector of Nazi Germany relics. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Framed Photo of Adolf Hitler

Lot # 158 (Sale Order: 165 of 1015)      

WWII Framed Photo of Adolf Hitler. A framed photograph of Adolf Hitler at a podium, about to deliver a speech. The bottom right corner of the photograph is labeled S.S Ba...moreuer, Munich. Minor separation in image at lower left corner, no other damage or fading. Good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection. Frame size: 2' 2 7/8" x 1' 8 7/8", Photo: 1' 6 5/8" x 14"

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WWII Nazi Heinrich Hoffmann Photo Portrait Hitler

Lot # 159 (Sale Order: 166 of 1015)      

Heinrich Hoffmann was the official photographer of Adolf Hitler and used his photographs for Nazi propaganda. His photos would become widespread and make their way into e...moreveryday life for German citizens. Eva Braun worked under Hoffmann as a studio assistant and met Hitler through Hoffmann in 1929. He was sentenced to four years of prison for war profiteering. Portrait has no damage or fading. Very good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection. Frame size: 22 1/4" x 18 3/8", Photo: 14 1/2" x 11 3/8"

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WWII Nazi Hitler Signed Birthday Greeting Card

Lot # 160 (Sale Order: 167 of 1015)      

Hitler Signed Birthday Greeting Card. An April 1943 birthday greeting card. Included in frame is the nametag of a book of the Library of Adolf Hitler. In the year 1943, H...moreitler's signature would of likely used an autopen or printed signature. Adolf Hitler’s autopen signature is clear and distinct on the bottom, lettering on card is clear and legible. Greeting card has no damage, fading, or staining. Very good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection. Frame size: 16 1/2" x 13 3/4", Document: 7 5/8" x 5", Photo: 3 3/4" x 4"

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WWII Nazi Original Newspaper Photo Hitler

Lot # 161 (Sale Order: 168 of 1015)      

Original Newspaper Photo Hitler. An original photo for an unknown newspaper, dated April 16, 1945. This photo has crop marks visible along the sides of the photo. Crop ma...morerks are faded in some spots but still visible. Photo has no damage or fading. Very good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items.

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WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Die Woche Magazine Cover

Lot # 162 (Sale Order: 169 of 1015)      

WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Die Woche Magazine. Die Woche (The Weekly) Magazine dated September 6, 1939, 5 days after Germany invaded Poland. Die Woche was a illustrated weekl...morey newspaper that reported on current events, celebrities, and sports. This magazine specifically addresses the invasion of Poland. Magazine has no damage to it, some fading present. Good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Small Bust of Adolf Hitler

Lot # 163 (Sale Order: 170 of 1015)      

Small Bust of Adolf Hitler. A small bust of Adolf Hitler, used as a desk ornament. This bust is made of a metal and has been painted with a white, glossy plaster like mat...moreerial. Bust has no chips, finish has crack on Hitler's right and back, where the bust attaches to the base. Swastika seal stamped on bottom of base. Very good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi SS Leibstandarte Hitlers Birthday Plaque

Lot # 164 (Sale Order: 171 of 1015)      

Nazi SS Leibstandarte Hitler’s Birthday Plaque. A plaque commemorating Adolf Hitler’s birthday from the 1st SS Division Leibstandarte. The plaque is dated April 20, 1939 ...moreand has a stylized SS eagle with it. The SS Leibstandarte were originally formed as Hitler’s bodyguards and later expanded to become a SS Panzer Division that would see much combat in WWII. Plaque has crack across bottom left corner, otherwise no other damage. Good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Signed Note Dated 1941

Lot # 165 (Sale Order: 172 of 1015)      

Adolf Hitler Note. This note is dated April 1941 and translates to "On the occasion of my birthday, you, your wife and all parties at Carinhall are invited to express you...morer warm feelings for me, with my thanks, Adolf Hitler ". Hitler's signature was an autopen or printed in the 1940s. Hitler's printed signature is clear and distinct on the bottom. The lettering is clear and distinct. The note has no damage or staining. Very good condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items.

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WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Small Tablecloth

Lot # 166 (Sale Order: 173 of 1015)      

Adolf Hitler Small Tablecloth. A small tablecloth with the formal Adolf Hitler monogram embroidered on it. The tablecloth was used by Adolf Hitler when dining at rectangu...morelar tables. This tablecloth has seen use and has not been washed for many years. The stitching is in excellent condition and the AH monogram is clear and distinct. The red pattern near the borders is bright and undamaged. No fading or damage present on the tablecloth. Excellent condition and a must have for collectors of Adolf Hitler's tableware. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection. 34" x 18.5"

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WWII Nazi Framed Adolf Hitler Floral Linen Napkin

Lot # 167 (Sale Order: 174 of 1015)      

WWII Nazi Framed Adolf Hitler Floral Pattern Linen Napkin. A linen napkin with a floral pattern on it that was a part of Adolf Hitler’s dining ware and saw many of his me...moreals. Formal AH monogram is clearly visible on napkin corner. Napkin has been used but has no damage or loose stitching. Excellent condition. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection. 13" x 13"

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WWII Nazi Adolf Hitler Embroidered Pillowcase

Lot # 168 (Sale Order: 175 of 1015)      

Adolf Hitler's Embroidered Pillowcase. A white pillowcase with a yellow trim and an embroidered AH monogram. This monogram was the symbol of Adolf Hitler's personal belon...moregings and items. The pillowcase has seen use as evidenced by the wear on it. The yellow trim along the edges is still attached with no rips. Hasn't been washed in many years. Included is a certificate of authenicity. Excellent condition and a must have for any collector of Adolf Hitler's belongings. See lots 152-193 for more Adolf Hitler items. From the Michael Clifton collection.

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