Bagwell & Assoc. Auction Co.,Inc. Auction Catalog - MILITARY COLLECTIBLES AUCTION 3-16-23 @4PM Online Auctions

AUCTION DATE & TIME THURSDAY MARCH 16 , 2023 STARTING @ 4:00 PM EST

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 288)

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WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"23" Maker

Lot #1a (Sale Order 2 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "23" for the firm of "Arbeitsgemeinschaft fur Heeresbedarf in der Graveur-und-Ziselierung, Berlin"- Scarce maker!

Rare "Flugmeldedienst" (German Aircraft Reporting Service) Member Badge-2nd Type

Lot #2 (Sale Order 3 of 288)

Textbook period example and quite scarce. The reverse is correctly member number stamped and maker marked "J. PREISSLER, PFORZHEIM"

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"93" Maker

Lot #3 (Sale Order 4 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "93" for the firm of "Richard Simm & Sohn, Gablonz a.d.Neckar"

Scarce Original And Early WW2 Luftwaffe Afrika Korp Pith Helmet Eagle

Lot #4 (Sale Order 5 of 288)

Textbook period example.-Early Tombak base with silver gilt finish. Correct type reverse prongs. These are becoming quite scarce and harder to find intact.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"138" Maker

Lot #5 (Sale Order 6 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "138" which is currently an unknown maker.

3pcs-Luftwaffe Visor Cap Wreath-Gold And Silver Finish s Eagle Stickpins

Lot #6 (Sale Order 7 of 288)

All are period textbook examples.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"56" Maker-Small Frame

Lot #7 (Sale Order 8 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "56" for the firm of "Robert Hauschild, Pforzheim"-Scarce maker!

Early WWII Luftwaffe Bomber Pilot/Crew Mission Clasp In Silver

Lot #8 (Sale Order 9 of 288)

Nice overall example in excellent overall condition still retaining a lot of the original silver finish. Textbook period construction details.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"85" Maker-Small Frame

Lot #9 (Sale Order 10 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "85" for the firm of "Julius Pietsch, Gablonz"-Scarce maker!

Untouched Direct Vet Estate SD Heer M40/SE66 Helmet With 1/2 Basket "Chicken Wire"-Named

Lot #10 (Sale Order 11 of 288)

Stellar and 100% original direct from vet estate example! M40 single decal with later field gray repaint. The decal exhibits wear from the wire and/or the soldier trying to slightly subdue it. Correct application and correct period twist 1/2 wire zinc galvanized wire which exhibits all the correct signs of age old reactions to where the strands touch. The front of the helmet visor exhibits finger wear from the soldier removing and replacing the helmet on his head! The rear flange has the soldier's white hand painted name in old German "Gothic" lettering and exhibits yellowing and age crazing. We have shown this helmet to several experts who have handled original helmets that have the original PERIOD applied wire and this example meets all the points. The WW2 vet had originally stored this helmet in his garage before moving it into his office for display after the war. We guarantee this helmet to be 100% original and that the wire basket has been in place since the original German Army soldier with the name of "GUNDLING" configured the wire basket. These wire helmets were most often configured later in the war as the Luftwaffe started thinning out and wasn't able to provide as much air support for the ground troops. This example also doesn't exhibit signs of the wire having been used for foliage. Again, this is a direct vet estate acquired example and is guaranteed to be completely original and of the period.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"25" Maker

Lot #11 (Sale Order 12 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "25" for the firm of "Arbeitsgemeinschaft der Graveur-, Gold und Silberschmeide-Innungen, Hanau"-Scarce maker!

WWII German Cross In Gold-Wehrmacht Issue Cloth Version-Scarce Maker

Lot #11a (Sale Order 13 of 288)

In excellent overall condition and appears to possibly been uniform removed. The circular 1941 dated wreath still retains most of the original factory gold finish. The number 9 in the date exhibits the correct die flaw. Ribbed white rayon blend center exhibits very little soiling. The field gray wool/felt backing material exhibits some period wear and a few small spots of insect tracking. This version is attributed to the scarce/uncommon maker of "C.A. WESTMANN, DRESDEN" having the slightly more narrow Swastika arms.

WW11 Iron Cross 1st Class With Issue Case-Dbl Maker Stamped "20-L/52" (C.F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim)

Lot #11b (Sale Order 14 of 288)

3pc construction with ribbed top frame, solid back frame and magnetic iron center with black matte finish. Exhibits moderate age patina to the silver frame having some of the original factory frosted finish remaining. There is moderate finish loss to the high relief areas of the Swastika and 1939 date and moderate age "veining" to the flat surfaces. The reverse pin is maker stamped "20" and "L/52". Both are maker codes for C.F. Zimmermann, Pforzheim. The case exhibits wear and the lower case front is missing the edge with the closure button. The interior of the case exhibits shadowing around the pin slot and the top of the case is imprinted. Extremely nice overall example in excellent collectible condition by a desirable maker having a rare double maker code stamping!

Early WW2 Luftwaffe Steel Combat Buckle W/Leather Tab-"F.W. Assmann & Sohne" 1941

Lot #12 (Sale Order 15 of 288)

In very good overall condition exhibiting normal period combat wear. The leather tab exhibits some stitch separation. Nice overall "Been There" example1

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"86 or 98" Maker

Lot #13 (Sale Order 16 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "86 or 98" so possibly by the firm of "Paulmann & Crone, Ludenscheid (86)" or most probably the stamping could be read as "98" for the firm of "Rudolf Souval, Wien"

Pre/Early WW2 Luftwaffe 2pc Belt Buckle W/Leather Belt-Flak Unit Stamped-Flak Dog Tag

Lot #14 (Sale Order 17 of 288)

2pc buckle is in excellent condition with crisp details and virtually no wear to the high relief areas. The leather belt has several stampings including Flak Rgt. Stamping. The Flak Rgt. "Dog Tag" is not the same as the Flak Rgt. Stamping on the belt.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"75" Maker

Lot #15 (Sale Order 18 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "75" which is currently an unknown maker.

Panzer Assault Badge In Silver-Karl Wurster Maker Marked

Lot #16 (Sale Order 19 of 288)

In excellent overall condition still retaining some of the original factory silver finish. Correct details and reverse hardware set up for this maker.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"OK" Maker Stamped (Otto Klein)?

Lot #17 (Sale Order 20 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "OK" which is extremely unusual for a WW2 EKII. Possibly a very early example by the firm of "POTTO KLEIN" ?

Panzer Assault Badge In Bronze-Die Forged Example W/Hermann Wernstein "W" Maker Mark

Lot #18 (Sale Order 21 of 288)

Textbook late war period constructed example by this maker-Very crisp details and still retains a lot of the original factory bronze finish as well as some of the original factory lacquer coating. Superb example1

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"77" Maker

Lot #19 (Sale Order 22 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "77" for the firm of "Bayerische Hauptmunzamt, Munchen (Munich"-Scarce maker of the EK2!

Silver Grade Wound Badge Unmarked By Hauptmünzamt Wien With Stick Pin

Lot #20 (Sale Order 23 of 288)

Both in excellent overall condition.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"137" Maker

Lot #21 (Sale Order 24 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "137" which is currently an unknown maker.

Legion Condor Wound Badge In Black-Tombak W/Black Lacquer Finish

Lot #22 (Sale Order 25 of 288)

Textbook period example exhibiting moderate period wear to the black painted finish. Details are still crisp.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"4" Maker

Lot #23 (Sale Order 26 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "137" which is currently an unknown maker.

Scarce Unissued Panzer Beret Wreath For Enlisted-Bevo Embroidered

Lot #24 (Sale Order 27 of 288)

Textbook period bevo embroidered example.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"19" Maker

Lot #25 (Sale Order 28 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "19" for the firm of "E. Fred Wiedmann, Frankfurt am Main" Scarce maker!

2pcs-Panzer Assault Badge In Silver W/Stickpin- "R.R.S." Maker mark For Rudolf Richter of Schlag

Lot #26 (Sale Order 29 of 288)

Crisply detailed Panzer Assault badge still retaining some of the original factory silver finish. Correct reverse hardware for this maker. There is a very tight stress crack on the left wreath as shown in the photos and the catch is not present, most likely broken when it was pulled from the wrapper by the U.S. soldier who captured this Panzer Tank crewman. Stickpin is nicely detailed.

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Ribbon-"24" Maker-Scarce Wide Frame Variant

Lot #27 (Sale Order 30 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core. Exhibits moderate period wear and patina. Hanger ring is maker stamped "24" for the firm of "Arbeitsgemeinschaft der Hanauer Plakettenhersteller, Hanau am Main" Scarce maker!

WW2 Iron Cross 1st Class-Pin With Incised Maker Number 4-"Steinhauer & Luck Ludenscheid"

Lot #27a (Sale Order 31 of 288)

3pc construction with 2pc ribbed frame and magnetic iron core with blackened finish. The black finish exhibits moderate age "spider veining". The silver frame exhibits an even age patina. Crisply detailed example by one of the more desirable 3rd Reich Iron Cross makers.

2nd Class Spange For The Iron Cross-"L/11"-Wilhelm Deumer

Lot #27b (Sale Order 32 of 288)

Crisply die struck example with excellent detail. A lot of the original factory silver finish still remains exhibiting wear mainly to the high relief areas. The reverse exhibits 2 upper and 2 lower flat stock attachment prongs with 45 degree cut ends. Strong maker stamping of "L/11" In excellent overall condition.

Waffen SS Bevo Embroidered Tropical Sleeve Eagle

Lot #28 (Sale Order 33 of 288)

Textbook period bevo embroidered example!

Rare NCO/Officer's Panzer Beret Flat Wire Eagle--Has Been Removed From Beret

Lot #29 (Sale Order 34 of 288)

Rare to find these Panzer beret insignia, especially having been uniform removed indicating "been there" combat wear!

Panzer Beret Flat Wire Embroidered Wreath Insignia-Unissued Example

Lot #29a (Sale Order 35 of 288)

Textbook period example!

Waffen SS Croatian Volunteer Sleeve Patch

Lot #30 (Sale Order 36 of 288)

Textbook period example!

Waffen SS Mountain Troops Edelweiss Sleeve Patch

Lot #31 (Sale Order 37 of 288)

Textbook period example!

Waffen SS Estonian Volunteer Sleeve Patch

Lot #32 (Sale Order 38 of 288)

Textbook period example!

Waffen SS Bevo Embroidered Tropical Skull For The M41/Garrison Caps-Period Removed

Lot #33 (Sale Order 39 of 288)

Excellent example of a combat cap removed insignia.

Waffen SS Albanian Volunteer Sleeve Patch

Lot #34 (Sale Order 40 of 288)

Textbook period example!

Scarce Golden Brown Thread Waffen SS Sleeve Eagle For The Fall Camo Smock/Pullover

Lot #35 (Sale Order 41 of 288)

Scarce and original unissued example. Darker toned thread for wear on the Fall camo smock and/or pullover. Darker meaning not the light tan thread bevo embroidered examples for wear primarily on the tropical uniform. See "Cloth Insignia Of The SS" page 442 by Angolia of which we have photographed the lower portion of the page. Please note the embroidered thread detail variation at the neck area on this example as compared to the example depicted on page 442 and also states for use on camouflage clothing. The last photo shows the different toned threaded used and is for comparison only. as the lighter colored eagle is offered in lot number 28 of this auction.

NSDAP Reichs Level Collar Tab "?HauptBereitschaftsLeiter" ?Administration Rank

Lot #36 (Sale Order 42 of 288)

Has been period removed from uniform

Rare Hitler Youth Sports Shirt Uncut Patch Strip-Sequential Numbered RZM Labels On The Reverse

Lot #37 (Sale Order 43 of 288)

Textbook Bevo embroidered uncut factory strip. RZM paper labels are sequentially numbered. Rare to find!

2pcs-Deutsches Jugend Sleeve Patch W/RZM Label-Numbered Proficiency Badge In Silver

Lot #38 (Sale Order 44 of 288)

The DJ patch has been uniform worn and still retains the original paper RZM label. Proficiency Badge In Silver is maker marked "RZM M1/36 with the letter "S". The 5 digit issue number appears to have had an attempt to cross it out.

2pcs-NSFK Donor Pin-Numbered NSFK Level B Glider Pilot Enamel Lapel Pin

Lot #39 (Sale Order 45 of 288)

Both are in excellent overall condition. The Level B Glider Pilot enameled pin has the button hole device on the reverse. It is member/issue number stamped.

7pcs-Luftwaffe Bevo Embroidered Sports Shirt Patch-Specialty Sleeve Rates

Lot #40 (Sale Order 46 of 288)

All are textbook period examples.

7pcs-3rd Class Kriegs Medal W/Issue Packet-West Wall Medal-Edelweiss Metal Cap Insignia ETC.

Lot #41 (Sale Order 47 of 288)

All are textbook period examples.

Uncut Bevo Embroidered Strip Of 5 WW2 Period Coastal Artillery M43/Garrison Cap Eagles

Lot #42 (Sale Order 48 of 288)

Unissued/uncut bevo embroidered period examples.

Kriegsmarine Minesweeper Badge Maker Marked R.S. For Rudolf Souval

Lot #42a (Sale Order 49 of 288)

Die struck zinc example with crisp detail. This badge retains a lot of the original factory which is quite rare to find on these zinc base badges and especially this maker! It would be extremely difficult to find an example by this maker with the amount of original finish this badge exhibits.

Gold German Cross In Cloth. Kriegsmarine/Panzer? Issue With Dark Wool Backing

Lot #42b (Sale Order 50 of 288)

Appears to have been uniform removed. In excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate wear and soiling is evident to the ribbed white circular center. The dark wool backing appears to be black. When observed outside in natural light the wool backing appears to be a little lighter and exhibiting more of a dark navy blue color...Possibly black wool that has faded from being uniform worn? or Kriegsmarine dark navy blue issue? Please see the last photo taken in natural light without flash for a comparison of the wool base next to a solid black felt jeweler's ring display. The number 9 in the date exhibits the correct die flaw.

Matching Pair Uniform Removed Reichsbahn 1st Pattern Collar Tabs For Railway Line Service

Lot #43 (Sale Order 51 of 288)

"Been There" and have been uniform removed.

3pcs-Uniform Removed Reichsbahn RBD MAINZ Patch-Single EM Collar Tab-FERN-VERKEHR badge

Lot #43a (Sale Order 52 of 288)

Single collar tab for enlisted pay group 18 and over and worn on the open collar tunic. Bevo embroidered RBD MAINZ shoulder district patch and a Long Distance Traffic WHW Donation pin.

2pr-Matching WW2 Period Wehrmacht Cavalry And Artillery Enlisted Soldier Collar Tabs

Lot #44 (Sale Order 53 of 288)

nice unissued period examples

4pcs-SS Sleeve Rank Chevron (Uniform Removed) Oberschutze Rank Patch-Panzer Cockades

Lot #45 (Sale Order 54 of 288)

Textbook period examples.

2pcs-WW2 Period German Visor Cap Higher Ranks Chin Cords

Lot #46 (Sale Order 55 of 288)

Both exhibit period wear with correct aluminum stiffeners in the slides.

M40 German Helmet With Liner Band/Partial Chin Strap-"SE64"-Single NCO Pioneer Shoulder Board

Lot #47 (Sale Order 56 of 288)

As found in vet estate. The lot number of 9806 stamped on the rear flange of the helmet indicates it was Heer single decal issue helmet. The single NCO shoulder board with tress and 2 pips and pioneer black piping has been uniform removed.

Close Combat Badge In Silver Type 1.13.1 Full Wing Variant-"C.F. JUNCKER" Spelling Error

Lot #47a (Sale Order 57 of 288)

Slightly vaulted Fein Zinc Alloy example still retaining a lot of the original factory silver finish and exhibits moderate age bubbling. Catch and hinge both have mounting plates. The pin is non magnetic. The center square back plate is magnetic steel. The side crimps are very light indicating the back plate was possibly period jeweler replaced. Scarce full winged eagle variant having the factory die "C.F." error lettering instead of the correct "C.E." lettering. This has been collector designated the type "1.13.1" variant.

Close Combat Badge In Bronze-"PEEKHAUS/AG M.u.K GABLONZ"

Lot #47b (Sale Order 58 of 288)

In excellent overall condition still retaining most of the original dark bronze factory finish and traces of the original factory lacquer. Crisply detailed die struck example. Factory crimped steel back plate and fluted pin are both magnetic. Weight is in the correct parameters at 33.8 grams. It would be difficult to find a better condition example!

Scarce Early 3rd Reich "Hilfspolizei" Lower Sleeve Armband For Auxiliary SS/SA Police Units

Lot #48 (Sale Order 59 of 288)

Early 3rd Reich period example with printed block lettering. There are 2 official issue stamps. These thinner armbands were worn on the lower left sleeve just as a cuff title would have been worn. Here is a little history: "Hermann Göring, newly appointed as Interior Minister of Prussia, established the Hilfspolizei on 22 February 1933 to assist regular police in maintaining order and later in handling communists in the wake of the Reichstag fire. The organization quickly spread from Prussia to other German states and Hitler endorsed it in the Reichstag Fire Decree. The units were staffed mainly by members of Sturmabteilung (SA) and Allgemeine SS wearing SA or SS uniforms with a white brassard. It is estimated that the auxiliary units had 25,000 SA and 15,000 SS members. The units also included members of Der Stahlhelm veterans organization (Der Stahlhelm). The force carried out or organized numerous violent attacks against Nazi opponents and staffed the early Columbia and Dachau concentration camps. The SS-Totenkopfverbände grew out of this formation. The force was disbanded in August 1933 due to international protests that the units violated the disarmament provisions of the Treaty of Versailles, Adolf Hitler's growing distrust of SA, and outliving its purpose during the consolidation of the new Nazi régime."

Pre/Early WW2 Luftwaffe Flight Crew/Pilot's Leather Flight Helmet

Lot #49 (Sale Order 60 of 288)

leather is still fairly supple. Nice early 3rd Reich example. No maker labels evident.

WW2 Period Luftwaffe Issue Paratrooper Fighting Knife W/Boot Clip Scabbard-E/6 Stamped

Lot #50 (Sale Order 61 of 288)

In excellent overall condition! You see a fair amount of these type fighting/boot knives but rarely is one encountered with the Luftwaffe Eagle/6 acceptance stamp on the blade. This indicates more than likely Fallschirmjager issue.

WW1/Early 3rd Reich Spear Point Blade Fighting Knife W/Scabbard-Early Eickhorn Logo

Lot #51 (Sale Order 62 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Checkered Bakelite grip plates are very nice. The steel blade with tapered spear point tip still retains a lot of the original factory cross graining and exhibits the very early Eickhorn "back to back squirrel" logo. The original scabbard is in the form of early Hitler Youth style scabbards. rare example of a late WW1/early 3rd Reich fighting knife!

Rare WW2 Italian Fascist Youth Knife With Correct Leather Scabbard

Lot #51a (Sale Order 63 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Please see the photos. Rare example from vet estate.

"Im Dienst der Deutschen Wehrmacht" Armband. Printed On White Cloth Base

Lot #52 (Sale Order 64 of 288)

Exhibits moderate period soiling.

2pcs-Scarce 1. März. 1935 Saar Badge By Deschler. "Opferring Elsass" Party Member Pin

Lot #53 (Sale Order 65 of 288)

1. März. 1935 Saar Badge commemorating the annexing of the SAAR Region of France into the Third Reich. Multi piece construction. Reverse is maker stamped "DESCHLER MUNCHEN 9". Scarce "Opferring Elsass" (The Alsace Circle of Sacrifice Party) Zinc pin. Nicely detailed. Reverse is maker marked "R. Hauschild, Pforzheim"

Combat Worn Iron Cross 2nd Class W/Ribbon-Hanger Ring Stamped "44" (Jakob Bengel, Idar/Oberstein)

Lot #53a (Sale Order 66 of 288)

3pc construction with 2 pc ribbed frame and magnetic iron core with blackened finish. The black finish exhibits typical combat wear as well as the frame and ribbon. Scarce maker!

2pcs Combat Worn-Iron Cross 2nd Class W/Ribbon "128"- Panzer Assault Badge.

Lot #53b (Sale Order 67 of 288)

EK 2 is 3pc construction with ribbed silver frame and iron core with black finish. Maker stamped "128" on the hanger ring for the firm of "S. Joblonski GmbH, Posen". Joblonski is one of the more uncommon makers of this award and is seldom, if ever, encountered. The ribbon exhibits combat tunic wear and soiling. The Panzer Assault badge is not maker marked but has the characteristics of a late war produced example by Steinhauer & Luck having the horizontal hinge crimp and a ? catch also attached using the crimp method. The finish is virtually non existent but does appear to have very light trace remnants of a bronze finish in a couple of the recesses and on the hinge/pin assembly. There is a crack/separation on the barrel side of the wreath as shown in the photos. This badge is also a combat tunic worn example.

2pcs-SA 1940-45 Pattern Sturmfuhrer/Hauptsturmfuhrer-SA Mann/Hauptruppfuhrer Shoulder Boards

Lot #54 (Sale Order 68 of 288)

Both are period examples and have been uniform removed.

Wehrmacht Steel Buckle For Enlisted-"C.T.D. 1942" Maker/Dated-Tropical?

Lot #55 (Sale Order 69 of 288)

Exhibits "been there" combat wear. There are still traces of the original light green finish. Possibly early DAK/tropical issue. Scarce maker

5pcs-Wehrmacht Metal Visor Cap Wreaths-Veterinary/Signals EM Shoulder Boards-Photo Postcard

Lot #56 (Sale Order 70 of 288)

Rare Ca. 1930's Original "DIE STADT DER REICHSPARTEITAGE NURNBERG" Souvenir Pocket Knife

Lot #57 (Sale Order 71 of 288)

These souvenir 3rd Reich pocket knives are quite scarce, especially when found with the original leather case!

Nazi Police Shako Eagle Device-Die Struck Fein Zinc-"C.T.D" Maker

Lot #58 (Sale Order 72 of 288)

Crisply detailed Police Shako Eagle device. Maker marked in raised relief "C.T.D." One of the mounting screw studs is missing. Excellent for display.

Rare! German Border Customs NCO/Officer's Dove Head Sword W/Short Wing Eagle

Lot #58a (Sale Order 73 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Early production example still retaining a lot of the original gold gilt finish. Details are excellent. The blade is maker marked with the WKC Knight logo. The cross guard exhibits the short stubby wing eagle. The model 1016 sword by WKC has the exact eagle and cross guard details but is a lion head pommel. This example is a Dove Head. In researching this particular style of cross guard eagle a couple of other examples we were able to find, indicated this was the style worn by Police Border Customs NCO/Officer's. The mirror bright blade is in excellent condition exhibiting a few very minor surface scratches and age spotting. The black painted scabbard finish exhibits moderate age crazing and minor "spider veining". Rare and seldom encountered sword!

14pcs-WW2 German Political Leader Tunic/Rear Belt Buttons-Cockade

Lot #59 (Sale Order 74 of 288)

All are period maker marked and have been uniform removed

2pcs-Luftwaffe Visor Cap Wreath-Early Nickel 1st Model Dagger Cross Guard

Lot #60 (Sale Order 75 of 288)

The wreath still retains both mounting prongs. Early nickel finish 1st model Luftwaffe Dagger cross guard exhibits a nice even patina

2pcs-Luftwaffe Visor Cap Wreath-2nd Model Dagger Pommel

Lot #61 (Sale Order 76 of 288)

The wreath still retains the mounting prongs. Pommel cap for the 2nd model Luftwaffe dagger is crisply detailed.

7pcs-Early 3rd Reich Misc. Insignia-SA Hauptsturmfuhrer Shoulder Board-Stickpins Etc.

Lot #62 (Sale Order 77 of 288)

All are period examples. The shoulder board has been uniform removed.

3pcs-WW2 Wehrmacht Hauptmann Shoulder Board-Bullion Cap Wreath-officer's Chin Strap

Lot #63 (Sale Order 78 of 288)

All exhibit moderate period wear.

M1895/97 Imperial German Pickelhaube Spike Helmet For Enlisted

Lot #64 (Sale Order 79 of 288)

Original condition as found in WW2 Vet estate. Nice example in extremely fine overall collectible condition. The German soldier has placed folded WW1 period newspaper behind the interior lining for a better fit!

WW1 Iron Cross 1st Class W/Issue case-"S-W" Maker Stamped For "Sy Wagner, Berlin"

Lot #64a (Sale Order 80 of 288)

3pc construction with front ribbed silver and reverse solid frame. Magnetic iron core with unusual black "stippled" finish. In excellent overall condition. The reverse pin is stamped "S-W" for Sy Wagner, Berlin. Textured cardboard case with dark purple lower case material and paper hinged top.. Scarce and high quality maker!

WW1 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Issue/Presentation Mailing Box-Loose Ribbon-For KIA?

Lot #64b (Sale Order 81 of 288)

3pcs construction with ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core with black matte finish. In excellent overall condition. Loose ribbon exhibits moderate soiling. The cardboard presentation/issue box is 2 piece and is stamped in black lettering "Eisernes Kreuz 2.Klasse" on the top lid. The bottom portion has an indentation present for fitting the medal fleshly. The box also appears to have a stamped serial number on the edge. The bottom 1/2 of the box has a Feldpost label...Possibly indicating this was sent to next of kin for a KIA soldier? The hanger ring is maker stamped but difficult to determine the maker lettering. Hard to find these 2nd class Iron Crosses with the original cardboard presentation boxes still intact!

WW1 German Honor Crosses W/Document-Wound Badge-EM Buckle-Pre WW1 Porcelain Pipe Bowl Etc.

Lot #65 (Sale Order 82 of 288)

Nice period grouping! Please see the photos!

2pcs-WW1 Iron Crosses 2nd Class-One Is Maker Stamped "PS"

Lot #65a (Sale Order 83 of 288)

Excellent detail to both examples. Both are 3pc construction with 2pc ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron center. The silver frames have nicely toned patina. The factory black enamel finish on each is strong. The EKII without ribbon is maker stamped on the hanger ring "PS" is currently an unknown maker. The EKII with the original ribbon is not maker stamped. Nice lot of 2 WW1 Iron Cross 2nd Class medals!

WW1 Imperial German leather Fire Fighter Brigade Helmet W/Brass Comb/Front Plate

Lot #66 (Sale Order 84 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. The front plate is unknown but possibly the city of Hannover as the interior crown label is from Hannover. Please see all the photos!

Ww1 Imperial German Iron Cross 1st Class-Thick Enameled Finish/Thin Frame

Lot #66a (Sale Order 85 of 288)

3pc construction with front ribbed frame and flat reverse frame. Magnetic iron center with a heavy/thick black enameled finish. Both front and back frames are much thinner than normally encountered and frame dimension measures 42.57cm. There is not a silver content hallmark evident. The reverse has a front block hinge assembly with a tapered pin and flat wire catch. The weight is 12.5 grams which is unusually light for an Iron Cross 1st Class. Private purchase? In excellent overall condition example of an uncommon variant.

1918 Dated P08 Police Luger Holster W/Tool-Weimar Police Unit Stamped-Named

Lot #67 (Sale Order 86 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Stitching is strong. Please see the photos!

Model 1915 WW1 Period French Army Adrian Helmet With Chin Strap

Lot #68 (Sale Order 87 of 288)

In excellent displayable condition. Often the chin strap is missing!

1914 Dated P08 Luger Holster With Takedown Tool

Lot #69 (Sale Order 88 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Stitching is strong. Please see the photos!

3rd Reich Police Stag Grip Dress/Parade Bayonet W/Frog/Scabbard-For EM-"GUSTAV SPITZER"

Lot #70 (Sale Order 89 of 288)

Stag grip plates are well fitted. 10" Steel blade is in excellent overall condition. The bayonet lug slot has the police green felt. Parade type frog exhibits some normal heat "crinkling. Crisp maker stamp.

Rare WW2 German Pioneer Soldier Eastern Front KIA Wehrpas With His/Brother's Death Notices-Photo

Lot #71 (Sale Order 90 of 288)

Unique KIA grouping with soldier's wehrpass and his and brother's death notices.

Rare Adolf Hitler December 1940 Dated Christmas/New Years Greeting Card

Lot #72 (Sale Order 91 of 288)

Printed Christmas and New Years greeting card from Adolf Hitler reading ‘Herzliche Glueckwuensche zum Weihnachtsfest und zum Jahreswechsel’ (Heartfelt wishes for Christmas and the New Year) with Hitler's facsimile signature. Dated "Munich, in December 1940". The Reichs Eagle, swastika and Hitler’s name are printed in gilt lettering in the upper left margin. 4-3/4" x 7-1/2". In excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate age toning to the light cream colored card stock.

Very Early 3rd Reich Thin Version NSDAP Armband

Lot #72a (Sale Order 92 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Textbook example of a very early 3rd Reich NSDAP armband. Printed on a thin coarse wool base.

War Merit Cross Document Awarded By 319th Inf. General-Nazi Occupation Of British Isle Of Guernsey

Lot #73 (Sale Order 93 of 288)

British Isle WW2 German occupation award documents are extremely rare!

Rare Adolf Hitler December 1940 Dated Christmas/New Years Greeting Card

Lot #74 (Sale Order 94 of 288)

Printed Christmas and New Years greeting card from Adolf Hitler reading ‘Herzliche Glueckwuensche zum Weihnachtsfest und zum Jahreswechsel’ (Heartfelt wishes for Christmas and the New Year) with Hitler's facsimile signature. Dated "Munich, in December 1940". The Reichs Eagle, swastika and Hitler’s name are printed in gilt lettering in the upper left margin. 4-3/4" x 7-1/2". In excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate age toning to the light cream colored card stock.

Rare Early 2 Piece Version Stamped Brass "front heil" Belt Buckle

Lot #75 (Sale Order 95 of 288)

These early 2 piece buckles are quite scarce, especially when they are period originals as this example is!

WW1 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Loose Ribbon/"Der Dank meines Kaisers" Presentation Case

Lot #75a (Sale Order 96 of 288)

3pc construction with ribbed silver frame and magnetic iron core with semi gloss black enamel finish. Ribbon exhibits moderate soiling and staining. The hanger ring is not maker stamped and there are no silver hallmark stamps evident. Long type presentation hinged case with form fitted indentation for the cross and a rectangular indentation for the ribbon. Printed in black ink on the interior of the top lid is "Der Dank meines Kaisers" which roughly translates to "The Thanks Of My Emperor" In excellent overall condition with very fine details.

Unique 1/2 Litre "front heil" Helmet Shape Pottery Beer Mug-"Koblenz 1930"

Lot #76 (Sale Order 97 of 288)

In excellent condition. The front lettering has a nice "flow blue" appearance. The bottom is nicely maker stamped. The WW1 German veteran who drank beer out of this unique must have been quite the fellow! Rare example for sure!

WW1 Imperial German EM Buckle-1932 Dtd.Weimar Buckle W/Tab "G.H. OSANG/Leather Belt

Lot #76a (Sale Order 98 of 288)

G.H. OSANG 1932 DRESDEN stamped leather tab.Belt has what appears to be unit stampings.

Early WW2 Wehrmacht 2pc Pebbled Zinc Parade Finish Belt Buckle For Enlisted

Lot #77 (Sale Order 99 of 288)

In excellent condition with extremely crisp detail. It would be difficult to find a better example1

Scarce WW2 Period German Water Police Gold Finish Belt Buckle For Enlisted-"C.T.D." Maker

Lot #78 (Sale Order 100 of 288)

This scarce WW2 Nazi Water Police buckle still retains most of the original gold gilt finish and details are excellent. Maker marked in raised relief "C.T.D."

Early WW2 Heer Buckle W/Tab/Leather Belt-Rare Maker/Date-"Dr. Franke & Co./1941" Tropical?

Lot #79 (Sale Order 101 of 288)

Most of these early 1941 dated buckles by Dr. Franke & Co. were DAK/tropical. The light OD painted finish that still remains indicates this buckle is most likely just that, a DAK/tropical Wehrmacht issue. The leather tab is maker/date stamped and stitching is strong. Overall in extremely fine collectible condition exhibiting normal period "been there" combat wear.

DAK/Tropical Web Belt-Combat Worn

Lot #79a (Sale Order 102 of 288)

Exhibits period combat wear. The web buckle adjustment strap has been cut and there are 2 holes that have been "punched" into the main belt strap. There is an ink stamped letter "S" just below the 2 holes. Reinforced stitching on the ends and the original buckle keeper is present.

Early 3rd Reich SA Lower Ranks 2pc Brass Buckle With Brown Leather Belt

Lot #80 (Sale Order 103 of 288)

Brown finish leather belt is in excellent condition exhibiting moderate wear and scuffing. The 2 piece brass buckle is also in excellent condition.

Bevo Embroidered SA Sports Armband

Lot #80a (Sale Order 104 of 288)

White circular field with bevo embroidered bronze thread sewn onto a red cotton cloth base. Exhibits moderate period wear. There are glue remnants still remaining from the original RZM paper label which is not present.

Wehrmacht Coastal Artillery Dark Blue Finish Buckle W/Modified Black Leather Belt-"ESL 43"

Lot #81 (Sale Order 105 of 288)

The buckle has the maker logo/date for Ernst Schneider, Lüdenscheid 1943 and still retains some of the original dark blue factory Coastal Artillery finish. The leather belt has been field modified for a better fit.

Hitler Youth Aluminum Buckle With Modified RBNr./1944 Dated Black leather Belt-"RZM M4/44"

Lot #82 (Sale Order 106 of 288)

Aluminum alloy buckle exhibits moderate wear and is RZM M4/44 maker marked for the firm of Paul Cramer & Co., Lüdenscheid. The black finish leather belt has an RBNr. And dated 1944. In overall excellent condition. Nice original set!

Excellent Condition WW2 German Reichsbahn Upper Ranks Gilt Buckle W/Belt-"Assmann/1940"

Lot #83 (Sale Order 107 of 288)

In excellent overall collectible condition! The higher ranks Reichsbahn buckle still retains nearly all of the original gold gilt finish and hardly any wear to the high relief areas is evident. The reverse is maker/date stamped indicating the maker of Assmann and 1940 as the date of production. The original claw keeper is present. The leather belt exhibits moderate period wear and the stitching is strong. Scarce example in excellent overall condition!

Rare 3rd Reich West Wall Construction Oxen/Workhorse Leather Strap W/"RAD GAU XXV" District Stamping

Lot #84 (Sale Order 108 of 288)

"Hessen-Sud" HQ in Wiesbaden. West Wall Construction Oxen/Work Horse whip.

Short Model Spear Point Bayonet W/Faux Stag Grips/Scabbard/1936 Dated Brown Leather Frog

Lot #85 (Sale Order 109 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Faux stag plastic grip plates are nicely fitted. The 8" spear point steel blade exhibits very moderate scratching and scuffing and is unsharpened. The letters "H Sch" have been period "burnished" onto one side of the blade, which brings us to the story from the vet...The WW2 vet was with the 13th Armored Division and parts of the Division entered an abandoned Hitler Youth Training Camp where he found this bayonet. This could quite possibly denote the meaning of the burnished lettering..."H Sch"="Hitler School"? The 1936 dated frog is about as close to unissued/unused as you will find! Stitching is strong. Nice set!

Rare! German Officer's Dress Sword-"WKC" Model 1056 W/Eagle Device-Monogram

Lot #85a (Sale Order 110 of 288)

By far one of the more desirable 3rd Reich swords produced! The blade has the WKC Knight logo and this style with the applied down winged eagle device is listed in the WKC WW2 period catalog as model 1056. The eagle is separately attached to the langet with 4 folded over prong "rivets" and is nicely centered and gives the cross guard a unique 3D styling. It still has traces of the original factory gold gilt finish. The reverse langet has a nicely engraved 2 initial monogram "HA". The black celluloid triple wire wrapped grip is crack free and exhibits a bit of very minor shrinking just where it meets the back strap of the dove head grip. Details are crisp and the hand detailing is excellent. A lot of the original factory gold finish still remains throughout. Mirror bright plated steel blade is nearly flawless exhibiting only very minor scratches and scuffing. There is one pencil point size nick that is evident on the cutting edge and the blade tip exhibits an ever so slight "blunting". The black painted scabbard exhibits a couple of very small superficial indents and possibly has been period factory repainted..possibly... Rare example of a style sword that seldom, if ever, comes on the market and this example is straight out of a U.S. Army vet's estate.

3rd Reich Armed Forces Cavalry Official Horse Leather Strap W/Attached Cipher And Shoulder Board Pip

Lot #86 (Sale Order 111 of 288)

Appears to be a field made example. The thik tape wrapped grip has a pip and a shoulder board cipher that would be worn on the shoulder board of a Wehrmacht Armed Forces Official. Please see the photos.

WW2 Luftwaffe Pilot's Leather Flight Cap With Complete Electronics Set Up-"LKpW101" Siemens

Lot #87 (Sale Order 112 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. The throat microphone and ear speaker "electronics" are present as well as the rear plug in cord. Interior cloth maker label by "SIEMANS" The snaaps are marked "PRYM 4". There is a small "tear at the top left of the wearers side. It is extremely hard to see and in fact we did not notice it until we had begun photographing the cap. There is a small patch of the interior wool pile that is a little thinner at the same spot. These complete leather flight caps are seldom encountered!

WW2 Kriegs Flag With German Naval Eagle/M Stamp-"LOH KR-FL 150 x 250"

Lot #88 (Sale Order 113 of 288)

In excellent overall condition. Dyed wool base coloring is still vibrant with virtually no fading evident. All the ccorrect reinfirced stitching is intact. There are a few small picks/snags etc. that are exremely hard to see. Extreemely light normal period soiling is evideent, but again, extremely hard to see. The flag has the Kriegsmarine issue Eagle/M stamping on the lanyardd along with the maker/size stamping of "LOH KR-FL 150 x 250" (59" X 98") The thick twisted cotton lanyard rope is present.

WW2 Kriegsmarine Officer's Lion Head Sword W/Scabbard-Scarce Plain Blade Variant-"E& F. HORSTER"

Lot #88a (Sale Order 114 of 288)

Early 3rd Reich period Kriegsmarine Officer's sword in excellent overall condition. Wire wrapped celluloid grip has toned nicely to a dark cream color. The hilt fittings and lion's head pommel are crisply detailed and still retain a lot of the original factory gold gilt finish. The anchor motif clamshell guard is hinged and functions smoothly. The reverse scabbard hinged locking plate also functions correctly and has a "50" number stamping. The matte finish steel blade is in overall excellent condition exhibiting light spots of moderate age staining and the normal superficial scratches and scuffs. This example has thew more uncommon plain non etched blade. Thus indicating that this sword having a plain blade and number stamping was an issued example versus a private purchased sword. The blade has the early lettered maker stamp of "E&F. HORSTER SOLINGEN" The scabbard is a leather body with brass fittings. The fittings have developed a nice even age patina and engraved details are crisp. The black finish of the leather scabbard body exhibits moderate normal light wear. There is one place in the scabbard that has been "dented" on each side and has weakened the rigidity at that place. While there is no separation evident, Care should be taken when the sword is removed from the scabbard as the scabbard will tend to "bend" at that spot slightly, so it needs to be handled with care as to not possibly break at that point.

Extremely Rare WW2 Kriegsmarine "E-BOAT "Type Liquid Gyro Compass-By C.PLATH HAMBURG

Lot #89 (Sale Order 115 of 288)

Most of these WW2 period Kriegsmarine ships compasses are most assuredly at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean! This is a rare example of the type compass that most likely was used in service on board an "E-Boat". The outer black finish steel ring is crisply serial/model number stamped. It also has the Nazi Eagle with a stylized letter "M" indicating Kreigsmarine issue. The battleship gray enamel paint on the main body is believed to be period and original to this rare compass. The fluid level inside the compass appears to be at the correct level and if not only slightly low. The interior white Bakelite/Plaskon rotating gyro functions correctly and appears to measure the East/West, North/South Directions accurately. The gyro has a small center "nib" that seats into a "cup" at the end of the lower center shaft to keep the compass ring stable and centered. Upon closer examination, the clip that keeps the "nib" in the cup has deteriorated slightly and if the compass were to be turned on it's side could possibly cause the upper compass ring to detach but could be "wiggled" back into its proper seating. Just wanting to let the winning bidder know that that scenario could possibly happen if not handled properly during shipping as the weight of this rare compass is 21+ pounds. In house pickup is available by appointment.

Scarce! WW2 TENO Officer's Dagger Grip-Nicely Toned

Lot #89a (Sale Order 116 of 288)

Solid Bakelite grooved grip for the scarce TENO officer's dagger. This grip has toned very nicely to a dark butterscotch color. Grooves are smooth and there are no cracks evident on the grip. There are a few small chips/superficial cracks at the grip bottom where the cross guard ferrule would fit. In excellent overall condition that would be a perfect upgrade if the TENO officer's dagger in your collection has a chipped and/or cracked grip!

P38 Hardshell Holster-WaA392 1943 "cww" maker For Carl Weiss/Braunschweig

Lot #90 (Sale Order 117 of 288)

In excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. Stitching is strong.

3pcs-P38 Pistol Clips/Magazines-"jvd/WaA706" Stamped

Lot #91 (Sale Order 118 of 288)

Mauser (byf44) and Spreewerk (cyq) issue magazines

P38 Softshell Holster-WaA706 1944-"jwa" Maker Stamped For Moritz Stecher, Lederwerk/Freiburg

Lot #92 (Sale Order 119 of 288)

In excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. Stitching is strong. The WW2 vet who captured this holstered has written his name and partial serial number inside the top flap.

3pcs-P.38v Stamped Pistol Clips/Magazines-2 Stamped Eagle/359 and 1 Stamped Eagle/135

Lot #93 (Sale Order 120 of 288)

Walther (ac) and Mauser (byf) issue

P38 Hardshell Holster-WaA300-"eue/43" Maker/Date Stamped-Otto Reichel Lengefeld

Lot #94 (Sale Order 121 of 288)

n excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. Stitching is strong.

3pcs-P38/P.38v Stamped Pistol Clips/Magazines-Eagle/359

Lot #95 (Sale Order 122 of 288)

1 clip is double Eagle/359 stamped-All three are Walther (ac) issue.

P38 Softshell Police Issue Holster-RBNr. "0/0833/0007" And Police Eagle Stampings

Lot #96 (Sale Order 123 of 288)

n excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. Stitching is strong.

3pcs-P38 Magazine Clips-Eagle/88-Spreewerk (cyq) Issue

Lot #97 (Sale Order 124 of 288)

P38 Pebbled Finish 1944 Dated Softshell Holster-WaA23-"bml44" For Hans Romer Neu-Ulm, Donau

Lot #98 (Sale Order 125 of 288)

n excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. Stitching is strong. The closure strap has what appears to be a period repair.

3pcs-P38 Magazine Clips-2 Are Eagle/359 And One Is Stamped "jvd" Only

Lot #99 (Sale Order 126 of 288)

Eagle/359/P38 stamped clips are Walther (ac) issue. The magazine with only "jvd" stamp is Mauser (byf44)/Spreewerk (cyq) issue. This magazine has a 10 digit hand engraved serial number on the spine.

Scarce Late War Walther PP Black Leather Police Holster With Feldpost Stamp

Lot #100 (Sale Order 127 of 288)

n excellent overall condition exhibiting moderate period "been there" wear. The reverse belt loop stitching exhibits some stitch separation. Scarce example with ink Feldpost stamping.

2pcs-WW2 P08 Luger Clip/Magazine W/Takedown Tool-Both Are Eagle Over 63 Stamped-Mauser Issue

Lot #101 (Sale Order 128 of 288)

2pcs-Early "fxo" Eagle Over 37 Marked Mauser Luger Clips/Magazines

Lot #102 (Sale Order 129 of 288)

2pcs-WW2 P08 Luger Clip/Magazine W/Takedown Tool-Both Are Eagle Over 655 Stamped- Issue

Lot #103 (Sale Order 130 of 288)

Scarce WW2 Mauser Code "42" Field Replacement Luger Takedown Tool

Lot #104 (Sale Order 131 of 288)

This is a Mauser field replacement Luger tool. The tool is "42" code stamped on the front, as shown. No other markings or stamps. These are quite scarce. Excellent condition with no rust or pitting exhibiting very moderate use.

2pcs-Early WW2 Mauser Issue Luger Clips/Magazines-Code Stamped "122" And Eagle Over 37

Lot #104a (Sale Order 132 of 288)

RARE! Late WW2/Early Post War Grand Cross Of The Knights Cross W/Original WW2 Period Ribbon

Lot #105 (Sale Order 133 of 288)

This early Grand Cross Of The Knights Cross is from a U.S. veteran's estate. There isn’t much info out there detailing specifics, but it does appear that there were a few different manufacturers that submitted their particular designs with the firm of C.E. Juncker being the more prominent manufacturers. 3 piece construction with crisply detailed ribbed silver 2 piece frame with .800 hallmark on the reverse at the top of the frame. The frame flange almost appears to have had a gold gilt finish applied and is most likely just the silver content age old patina. The magnetic iron core appears to be brass plated with matte black finish. The center Swastika has sharp edges and is nearly flush in height to the beaded frame. Dimensions and weight appear to be in the correct range for period/early post war examples weighing 66.1 grams with the hanger loop included. The detail is extremely crisp. The ribbon suspension frame loop is hallmarked .800. The hanger loop soldered to the center top frame goes slightly deeper into the frame creating a slight "trench". The ribbon is an original WWII period example and the width measurement is within the parameters of known period examples. The last photo exhibits an original example attributed to C.E. Juncker with an estimated value of 80k!! The following quote is taken from an excerpt from an article by military historian William Stump from 2014: "A few examples exist, some of which have gilded frame rims. If we assume that the gilding is not a postwar enhancement, this detail further supports the Godet thesis. Twenty or so examples are prepared for approval, some of which have the gilding specified in the original Reichsgesetzblatt of 1.9.1939. The gilded crosses are rejected and consigned to a box in the Ordenskanzlei des Führers." Here is the link to the full article: https://wcstumpmilitaria.blogspot.com/2011/10/grand-cross-of-iron-cross-1939_13.html We have had a couple of knowledgeable experts pertaining to these type of late war Grand Crosses and the consensus is that it is either an original very early post war example by the firm of Steinhauer & Luck or one of the early higher quality examples produced by the firm of Rudolf Souval. In any case, this Grand Cross is an extremely desirable example and we recommend to the bidder to do their own research to determine value and/or rarity. These early and highly detailed Grand Crosses are just about as rare as the late war period examples and are seldom, if ever, offered to the collector market!

WW2 Iron Cross 2nd Class With Issue Packet/Long Ribbon-Original Factory Frosting. "3" Maker

Lot #105a (Sale Order 134 of 288)

3pc construction with magnetic iron core. 2 piece ribbed frame still retains most of the original frosted factory finish. The original black matte finish paint has a few spots of wear. Details are sharp. The hanger ring is stamped "3" for the maker of "Wilhelm Deumer, Ludenscheid". long issue ribbon is in excellent condition as well as the original paccket.

WW2 Period Brown Leather Pistol Shoulder Holster..P38?

Lot #106 (Sale Order 135 of 288)

Vet estate family member indicated the Vet (deceased) had always said it was German Officer's P38 pistol shoulder holster. In extremely good over condition. Leather is supple.. The male snap piece exhibits evidence of having been repaired. No maker stampings evident. The last photo shows a P38 magazine in (not included) in the magazine pouch.

3pcs-Luger Clips/Magazines With Takedown Tool-All Are Mauser Issue Eagle Over 63 Stamped

Lot #107 (Sale Order 136 of 288)

3pcs-Mauser Luger Clips/Magazines E/655 & E/63 Stamped-Unmarked Takedown Tool

Lot #108 (Sale Order 137 of 288)

"Die Deutsche Wehrmacht" Color Photo Card Album-1936 Dated

Lot #109 (Sale Order 138 of 288)

In very good overall condition. There are 270 spots for color "cigarette" photo cards. There are 4 cards that are missing. Numbers 156, 190, 201 and 205. So there is a total of 264 cards present.

Original WW2 German Officer's 10 X 50 "Dienstglas" Field Binoculars-"blc +"

Lot #110 (Sale Order 139 of 288)

Maker is Carl Zeiss-Jena. Optics are in excellent condition. The black finish exhibits wear. The Bakelite lens cover is present. The Brown leather case is a period commercial type with maker on the bottom. The interior of the lid flange is named "WELDE"

Unissued Condition RAD Belt Buckle With Leather Tab-1937 Dated-"F.W. Assmann & Sohne"

Lot #110a (Sale Order 140 of 288)

Pebbled alumunum alloy with extremely fine detail as is always the case with 3rd Reich items produced by Assmann. Original silver-gray finish is 99.9% still present. The crispness of the pebbling and center insignia is amazing. The reverse of the buckle has the Assmann stylized "A" maker logo and the 2 digit "37" date. The leather tab has stiffened slightly with all stitching strong. It has the "F.W. ASSMANN & SOHNE LUDENSCHEID" maker stamp and is date stamped 1937. It would be extremely difficult, if not impossible, to find a better condition example!

1943 Dated WW2 German Army Light "Burlap" Cloth Grain/Potato Sack

Lot #111 (Sale Order 141 of 288)

In very good overall condition exhibiting moderate soiling and fading to the stenciled Eagle and reverse lettering. There is a period repair. Excellent for display!

SS Officer's Dagger With Scabbard-True Vet BARN Find! In Relic Condition.

Lot #112 (Sale Order 142 of 288)

Original and textbook example in barn find relic condition! Please see the photos for condition. Excellent for display!- and/or parts.

RARE! WW2 Pacific Theater Landing Craft/Ship "LST-559" USN "ENSIGN 11" 48 Star Battle Flag

Lot #113 (Sale Order 143 of 288)

Extremely rare and original Invasion landing battle flown Ensign #11 48 star flag and taken off LST-559 or one of the LCVP boats assigned to LST-559. by USN MOMM2c Milden Sanford Lester. Lester served on board LST-559 during the capture and occupation of the Southern Palau Islands Sept.6-Oct. 14, 1944- The LEYTE Invasion Landings Oct. 18,-Nov. 4 and Nov. 19-29 1944 and the and LUZON/LINGAYEN Invasion Landings Jan. 4-18 1945. Lester received the Purple Heart at some point for wounds received during one of these invasion and most probably was while LST-559 participated in the OKINAWA GUNTO Assault And Occupation April 1, through April 9, 1945 and due to limited information we determined LST-559 sustained battle damage during this campaign/invasion as the battle lasted until June 22, 1945. At some point Lester Transferred to LSM-424 (Landing Ship Medium) which participated In the OKINAWA GUNTO Assault and Occupation from June 8, through June 30, 1945. (The family stated that Lester took/was given the Ensign #10 flag flown from LSM-424 after the invasion-This Ensign is offered in Lot #114 of this auction) A photocopy of Lester's DD-214 discharge is included with his dog tag, one of his MOMM2c rate patches, a USN Amphibious Assault patch and the battle damaged Ensign #11 48 star flag. So now lets discuss the battle damaged Ensign #11 48 star flag...The family was adamant that Lester took this flag off of the landing ship he was assigned as a Motor Mechanic which in this case was LST-559 (Landing Ship,Tank) This Ensign is tattered with shrapnel damage and tears throughout. This Ensign flown at the stern/aft of LST-559 just behind the diesel smoke stacks and caused the white stripes of the flag to become gray stained. This example Ensign is an earlier multi piece constructed version having each stripe and each of the 48 stars applied separately. Some of the later Ensigns that were issued were the printed versions. The original size of this Ensign 11 flag would have been Hoist Length 2.37ft and Fly Length 4.50ft. (54") After being flown during an invasion/s it now measures Hoist Length is same measuring 2.37ft or (28-1/2") and Fly Length is approx. 40" measured to the longest tatter making it approx. 14" shorter due to shrapnel/wind damage. Lester's single dog tag is included with his serial number which matches the DD-214 photocopy and a tetanus date stamp of "T 5/44". The patches from Lester's estate are his WW2 period Blue Jumper MOMM2c rate patch and one of Lester's original WW2 period USN Amphibious Assault patches (The other patch is included in lot 114 with the Ensign #10 48 star flag flown on LSM-424) and lastly Lester's DD-214 with his campaigns/medals list and ships served aboard information. Lester received the Purple Heart Medal/Ribbon, American Campaign Medal/Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal/Ribbon, WW2 Victory Medal/Ribbon and the USN Good Conduct Medal/Ribbon. The vessels/stations served at/on as follows: NTS (Naval Training Station) Great lakes, Illinois-NTS Urbana , Illinois-ATB (Amphibious Training Base) Portsmouth, VA-USS LST-559-ATB Camp Bradford, VA-ATB Little Creek, VA and then USS LSM-424. Lester was honorably discharged at Shelton, VA and was from Haywood County North Carolina. He went to Motor Mechanic school at the University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois. This grouping is certainly museum quality and should be displayed as such!

RARE! WW2 Period USN 48 Star Ensign Size 12 Possibly From Leyte Invasion LCVP Assault Craft

Lot #113a (Sale Order 144 of 288)

Possibly from the estate of USN MOMM2c Milden Sanford Lester as it came from the same multi family estate sale as the dog tag, patch and battle flown Ensign size 11 flag was acquired. After seeing the other items we have listed related to this estate, this Ensign was brought to us by a different consignor who was at the same multi estate sale . Lester was the Motor Mechanic On LST-559 and LSM-424. According to one story, it was remembered that Lester had mentioned to a friend that he had also taken a flag off of one of the "little boats" since he had taken the battle damaged assault flag from LST-559. (offered in lot 113). There were 2 LCVP assault craft assigned to LST-559, so it could make sense this is quite possible this is one of those flags. It certainly is the correct size Ensign that would have been flow on an LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel) or commonly referenced to as the "Higgins Boat". This size Ensign was also the same size used on PT Boats during WW2. Multi piece hand sewn construction. Each of the very small stars have all been individually sewn. The lanyard is ink stamped "NAT ENS 12" There are 2 round grommets in each corner that are steel with a heavy zinc plating. The red wool stripes exhibit light bleeding into the adjoining white stripes. There is a small pick here and there but in overall excellent collectible condition. These Ensign 12 flags are extremely rare and are an excellent size for framing. A photocopy of Lester's DD-214 will be included which does show his service aboard LST-559 (Landing Ship Tank) and also LSM-424 (Landing Ship Medium) During the invasions of the Southern Palau Islands, Luzon, Leyte and Okinawa. Please see Lot 113 for the original Ensign 11 battle damaged flag taken off of LST-559 by Lester and the next Lot 114 for the Ensign 10 48 star flag taken off of LSM-424 by Lester.

RARE! WW2 Pacific Theater Landing Ship Medium USN "ENSIGN 10" 48 Star Battle Flag

Lot #114 (Sale Order 145 of 288)

Extremely rare and original Invasion landing Ship Medium (LSM-424) Ensign #10 48 star flag and taken off LSM-424 by USN MOMM2c Milden Sanford Lester. Lester served on board LSM-424 during the OKINAWA GUNTO Assault And Occupation laandings June 8 through June 30, 1945 after transferring from the battle damaged LST-559 during this campaign/invasion. The family stated that Lester took/was given the Ensign #10 flag flown from LSM-424 after the invasion. A photocopy of Lester's DD-214 discharge is included with one of his MOMM2c rate patches, a USN Amphibious Assault patch and this Ensign #10 48 star flag. So now lets discuss this LSM Invasion Ship flown Ensign #10 48 star flag...The family was adamant that Lester took this flag off of the last Landing Ship he was assigned to as a Motor Mechanic which in this case was LSM-424. This example Ensign is an earlier multi piece constructed version having each stripe and each of the 48 stars applied separately. Some of the later Ensigns that were issued were the printed versions. This Ensign is in very good plus exhibiting some age yellowing and a few spots of what is possible shrapnel damage. The size of this Ensign 10 flag Hoist Length 2.90ft (Approx. 34.8") and Fly Length 5.51ft. (Approx. 66") The patches included are from Lester's estate and are his WW2 period white Jumper MOMM2c rate patch and one of Lester's original WW2 period USN Amphibious Assault patches (The other patches along with Lester's dog tag are included in lot 113 with the Battle damaged Ensign #11 from LST-559) and lastly Lester's DD-214 with his campaigns/medals list and ships served aboard information. Lester received the Purple Heart Medal/Ribbon, American Campaign Medal/Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal/Ribbon, WW2 Victory Medal/Ribbon and the USN Good Conduct Medal/Ribbon. The vessels/stations served at/on as follows: NTS (Naval Training Station) Great lakes, Illinois-NTS Urbana , Illinois-ATB (Amphibious Training Base) Portsmouth, VA-USS LST-559-ATB Camp Bradford, VA-ATB Little Creek, VA and then USS LSM-424. Lester was honorably discharged at Shelton, VA and was from Haywood County North Carolina. He went to Motor Mechanic school at the University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois. This grouping is certainly museum quality and should be displayed as such!

WW2 USS Lexington USN VT-20 Squadron TBM Avenger Radioman MIA/KIA Purple Heart W/Mailing Box

Lot #115 (Sale Order 146 of 288)

The Purple Heart mailing box is dated August 20, 1946 approx. 19 months after Brady was reported MIA. Please see the photos and the US Navy Archive report denoting the fate of WW2 USS Lexington USN VT-20 Squadron TBM Avenger Radioman Francis Brady Jr. as he is listed on the Wall Of The Missing at the U.S.American Cemetary in Manilla.

Named WW2 Period 2 Theater USN Destroyer Escort Boatswain Grouping

Lot #116 (Sale Order 147 of 288)

This grouping is named to Haywood County North Carolina Native and WW2 USN veteran Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Rayburn Edward Seeley. Seeley served aboard the USS BIVIN (DE 536) for part of the Atlantic/European Campaign , During the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Seeley served on board the USS INCH (DE 146) and USS MAURICE J. MANUEL (DE 351). Included in this grouping is Seeley's single dog tag with a tetanus date of "T 8/44" His Boatswain's Mate Rate patches for the white navy jumper. and several booklets, misc. papers, ID cards, pocket bible, folding pocket knife, Boatswain's mate 3rd Class instruction booklet, cigarette case, post card booklets, black & white satire USN pocket photo cards, a handwritten piece of paper seeming to detail all the places he went and a photocopy of his DD-214 service record which shows the 3 Destroyer escorts he served on and a list of his medals/Campaign ribbons. Seeley's medals/ribbons are as follows: American campaign Medal-Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal-European African Campaign Medal-Philippine Liberation Medal-WW2 Victory Medal and the USN Good Conduct Medal. Rayburn Edward Seeley and Milden Sanford Lester were good friends. Please see lots 113 and 114 for invasion flags brought back by Lester. Also see lot 116a For an Ensign Size 9 that would be the size Ensign that could possibly have been flown on one of the 3 Destroyer Escorts that Seeley served on board.

WW2 Period USN 48 Star Ensign Size 9 Flag-Destroyer Escort USS Inch (DE 146) -Atlantic Theater

Lot #116a (Sale Order 148 of 288)

Possibly this this 48 star Ensign size 9 flag was taken off of the Destroyer Escort USS Inch (DE 146) by Coxswain/Boatswain Rayburn Seeley while the USS Inch was part of a German Submarine Hunter-Killer Group along with the Escort Carrier USS Croatan as this Ensign was acquired from the same multi family estate sale as other items offered in lot 116 but is from a different consignor. The USS Inch had the first of the ship's confirmed U Boat "kills" being credited with the sinking of U-490 on June 11, 1944. On July 3, 1944 The USS Inch sunk their 2nd confirmed U Boat (U-154). Seeley supposedly either was given this flag or took it before being transferred to the pacific Theater. Seeley served on board the Destroyer Escort USS Maurice J. Manuel (De 351). Although not present at the launch, Seeley was already on the crew launch list of the USS M.J. Manuel which was launched on June 30, 1944. later, in early 1945, Seeley was transferred to the Destroyer Escort USS Bivin (DE 536). This Ensign is multi piece construction with the typical early production 4 brass hoist grommets in the lanyard. There are a few scattered "picks" evident but is in overall excellent condition. It measures the standard Ensign size 9 dimensions of approx. 6.69 feet fly length and 3.52 feet hoist length. A photocopy of Seeley's DD 214 will be sent with this Ensign to the winning bidder for provenance. The DD 214 does indicate Seeley was awarded the European-African Campaign Medal as well as the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign medal. Please see the previous Lot 116 for more information about USN Boatswain's Mate 2c Rayburn Seeley.

Scarce Jacket Removed WW2 Period U.S. Army Air Corp CBI Theater "Blood Chit" Multi Piece Leather

Lot #117 (Sale Order 149 of 288)

Textbook period example-The stitch lines along the edges indicate this Chit has been jacket removed.

WW2/Korean/Vietnam War Period Misc. USN Insignia Grouping-Aviator Name Tags ETC.

Lot #118 (Sale Order 150 of 288)

2pcs-WW2 Period 12th Army Air Forces Patches-Theater (Italian) Made Example-Uniform Removed

Lot #119 (Sale Order 151 of 288)

Rare Design Variant 1943 Tunisia Victory Souvenir Badge- Theater Made

Lot #120 (Sale Order 152 of 288)

This badge is quite scarce in any form and rare to find in this particular design. Plated and hand painted sand cast brass. The reverse has a hinged pin with open "C" catch. It has the cast detailed hallmark in raised relief "DEPOSE MADE IN N. AFRICA" Finish exhibits moderate wear to the painted areas.

3pcs-Circa 1902-1952 Barbados Police/Prison Guard Uniform Buttons By "FIRMIN LONDON

Lot #121 (Sale Order 153 of 288)

Possibly sterling silver

M1890 U.S. Spike Dress Helmet For Enlisted Cavalry Soldier-Spanish American War Period

Lot #122 (Sale Order 154 of 288)

In excellent overall condition! Felt covered body is dent free. Crossed sabre side buttons. Eagle front plate also exhibits crossed sabres. One of the devices attachment loops at the wing tip has broken off but is still in the helmet body so could be soldered back. nThe interior sweat band is maker/date stamped and also has the Quartermaster acceptance stamp.

Indian Wars/Early Span-Am Matching Sleeve Rank Stripes For Regimental Cavalry Quartermaster SGT.

Lot #123 (Sale Order 155 of 288)

M1892-Unissued Condition

Spanish American War M1890 Spike Helmet Horse Hair Dress Plume For Cavalry EM/Officer-W/Base

Lot #124 (Sale Order 156 of 288)

Unissued condition in excellent condition.

5pcs-M1902 U.S. Cavalry 1st Sgt. Rank Stripes-M1902 Visor Cap Band-Sleeve Stripes

Lot #125 (Sale Order 157 of 288)

The 1st Sgt. Rank stripes have been uniform removed

Indian Wars/Span-Am War Period Sleeve Rank For Cavalry Chief Musician/Bugler

Lot #126 (Sale Order 158 of 288)

Unissued condition. Scarce example.

Span-Am War Period Unissued Horse hair Plume For The M1890 U.S. EM/Officer Dress Helmet

Lot #127 (Sale Order 159 of 288)

Unissued condition

M1890 U.S. Spike Dress Helmet For Enlisted Artillery Soldier-Spanish American War Period

Lot #128 (Sale Order 160 of 288)

In excellent overall condition! Felt covered body is dent free. Crossed cannon side buttons. Eagle front plate also exhibits crossed cannons. One of the devices attachment loops at the wing tip has broken off but is still in the helmet body so could be soldered back.

Indian Wars/Span-Am War Period Sleeve Rank For Artillery Chief Bugler/Trumpeter

Lot #129 (Sale Order 161 of 288)

Unissued condition.

3pcs-Indian Wars/Span-Am War Period Sleeve Rank For Artillery Sgt.-Dress Shoulder Aiguillette

Lot #130 (Sale Order 162 of 288)

Unissued condition. Scarce examples

Indian Wars/Span-Am War Period Sleeve Rank For Regimental Ordnance Sgt.

Lot #131 (Sale Order 163 of 288)

Unissued condition. Scarce example.

3pcs-Span-Am M1902 U.S. Artillery/Ordnance Rank Patches-Rare Electrician Rate

Lot #132 (Sale Order 164 of 288)

Ordnance Corporal rank patch on white cotton base for the summer dress tunic-Ordnance Master Sgt. Rank on OD wool base and rare Artillery Master Sgt. Rank with Lightning Bolt Specialty insignia-Early Communications/Electrician?

Indian Wars/Span-Am Sleeve Rank For Hospital Steward Sgt. Unissued Matching Pair (Set 1)

Lot #133 (Sale Order 165 of 288)

Unissed condition. Still have the attachment thread

M1902 Summer Dress/White Service Tunic Matching Medical Sgt. Rank Stripes-M1902 Medical Cap Band

Lot #134 (Sale Order 166 of 288)

All have been uniform/visor cap removed

Indian Wars/Span-Am Sleeve Rank For Hospital Corpsman Sgt. Unissued Matching pair

Lot #135 (Sale Order 167 of 288)

Unissed condition. Still have the attachment thread

M1902 matching Pair Medical Rank Stripes For Staff Sgt.-White Dress/Service Tunic

Lot #136 (Sale Order 168 of 288)

Unissed condition. Still have the attachment thread

Indian Wars/Span-Am Sleeve Rank For Hospital Steward Sgt. Unissued Matching Pair (Set 2)

Lot #137 (Sale Order 169 of 288)

Unissed condition. Still have the attachment thread