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Baron von Richthofen Imperial German Sword Sample Case
1867 Iron Crown Knight Ritter von Rogge Investiture Diploma WWI Aerial Victory Honor Cup
Medals, Decorations, and Badges Uniform Insignia
German Royal Family Items Awards, Trophies and Statues
German Imperial & Weimar Buckles Imperial Service Steins

1867 Emperor Franz Joseph I Fancy Cased Knight Ritter von Rogge Investiture Diploma


This is a unique document. Rarity of this particular order at this particular time in German history is compounded by an obsolete sumptuary law that required the recipient's estate to return the document to the crown upon his death. This law was repealed before von Rogge's death, which allowed the document to remain in private hands.

This document is historically significant in that it was rendered in 1867, a year of particularly confusing political situations within the Austrian Empire.

This diploma names the recipient to the Unseres Ritter Ordens der eisener Krone dritte Klasse  [Knight's Order of the Iron Crown III Class] (22nd on the Austrian Order of Precedence, just above the Knights Cross of the Franz Joseph Order) and invests the Hannover Guelphen-Ordens [Hanoverian Guelphen Order]. At the time of its award, only 100 members were allowed to be in this particular class. The award carried the further investiture of nobility. The heraldry of the Rogge Coat of Arms is detailed in the document.

The award was rendered in 1867, in the nineteenth year of the reign of Franz Joseph I.  It is signed by Franz Joseph, and Count Eduard Franz Joseph von Taaffe, the prime minister of the newly reformed Austro-Hungarian Empire.  There are two other signatures of witnesses to the signing.

The leather covered wooden coffin case is lined in watered silk, gold embossed with the maker's name.  It has gilded brass Imperial Coat of Arms and corner embellishments, and is complete with the original lock and key.  It measures 15-3/4 by 19 by 4 inches to the extreme edges.  There is some wear to the leather at the corners from over a century of storage.

The document is entirely hand rendered calligraphy on glossy vellum (lambskin).  There is profuse gilding in 24 karat gold and brilliant colors in the coat of arms and throughout the calligraphy on the document. The document measures 22-1/2 inches wide (folded to 11-1/4 inches) and 15-1/4 inches high.  The cover measures 12 by 15-1/2.  Each page is separated by onionskin.

The document is enclosed and retained by heavy gold braid in a very heavily tooled leather cover with applied gilded brass embellishments and enameled Rogge Coat of Arms. It is maker marked on the inside of the cover as shown. There are malachite beads at the corners.  One is missing but could be easily recreated by a competent craftsman. This is a view of the bottom of the document cover showing the feet and the back of the seal case.

The Imperial Seal is rendered in deep red-purple wax and encased in a gilded brass cover with the Imperial Coat of Arms in high relief.  The heavy gold rope is completely threaded throughout the document and cover and sealed top and bottom as shown.  All seals and the gold braided rope are intact and complete.  The seal case measures over 5 inches in diameter and the case is nearly an inch thick.

Close-up views of each page are shown below.  The links above show specific detail of the document and case.  The images are large and take time to load.  Please be patient.

The condition is generally near excellent throughout, except as noted above, and as seen in the images shown.

This very rare document would be a crowning achievement and centerpiece of any collection.

(Price on Request)


Baron von Richthofen Heirloom Silver Service Pieces


The following items were part of a small number of surviving artifacts from the Rittmeister Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen estate that was retained by a family member in a small village outside of Köln, Germany. Some of the pieces include a memorial plaque, and several large silver serving pieces engraved with the family coat of arms, shown below:

Also of interest is a magnificently rendered WWI period watercolor painting of the Red Baron in action.  You can see it on the Combat Artist Artworks page.

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Description, Size, Condition Price Status
IGM-002
World War I Baron von Richthofen 10 Year Memorial Plaque

An Original and Authentic World War I German Flying Ace Manfred von Richthofen -- the Red Baron -- 10 Year Bronze KIA Plaque

This is an extremely rare bronze plaque commemorating the 10th year following the death in combat of the most famous ace of WWI. He was killed in aerial combat on 21 April 1918, with a record of 80 air victories.

This plaque is dated 1928, and it has the initials of the artist "FW" between the 19 and 28 of the date. There is a foundry mark "PH" in a triangle on the back. The plaque depicts the baron in his crushed hat, high collar flight jacket, and wearing the Pour Le Merite medal. Above his head is a stylized representation of a German fighter plane.

This plaque was specially commissioned by the family to memorialize his death. A very limited number were struck.

It measures 7 by 4-1/2 inches, and it has very high relief, especially noticeable from the back.

This is an interesting -- and very rare -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown.

$4,999.99 Available
IGM-003
World War I Baron von Richthofen Silver Gravy Boat

An Original and Authentic World War I German Flying Ace Manfred von Richthofen -- the Red Baron -- ART KRUPP Hallmarked Silver Gravy Boat

This is an extremely rare service piece from the estate of of the most famous ace of WWI. He was killed in aerial combat on 21 April 1918, with a record of 80 air victories.

This heavy gravy boat is a two piece construction with the pitcher portion attached to a silver oval tray by a nut as shown here. The "Art Krupp Berndorf Pr" silver proof mark is shown as well.

The tray measures 7 by 10-1/2 inches, and it is 7 inches high to the top of the handle. It has the von Richthofen baronial coat of arms on the side of the pitcher.

This is an interesting -- and very rare -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown.

$2,999.99 Available

Imperial German Royal Family Items


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Description, Size, Condition Price Status
IRF-01
Imperial German Crown Prince Rupprecht Silver Sugar Bowl

This is an early 20th Century Imperial German Crown Prince Rupert of Bavaria Sugar Bowl.

His full (English) title was HRH Rupprecht Maria Luitpold Ferdinand, Crown Prince of Bavaria, Duke of Bavaria, Franken and Swabia, Count Palatine of the Rhine.  In German it was Kronprinz Rupprecht von Bayern. He passed away in 1955, the last Crown Prince of Bavaria.

It has the imperial crown over the script letter "R" engraved monogram.

This is a very heavy silver plated covered sugar bowl. It has an impressed BERNDORF maker mark with ALPACCA silver content and 15 cl capacity on the bottom.

Here are views of the back and top with the cover removed.

The base measures 4-3/4 inches across the handles and 3-1/4 inches in diameter at the base. The overall height is 2 inches with the over on.

The condition is very good to near excellent, with some signs of freckles on the silver and heavy tarnish from age, as shown.

$749.99 Available
IRF-02
Imperial German Kaiser Wilhelm II Server

This is an early 20th Century Imperial German Kaiser Wilhelm II Fancy server.

His full name was Prince Frederick William Albert Victor of Prussia, in German: Prinz Friedrich Wilhelm Albert Viktor von Preußen.  His reign as King (Kaiser) was from 1888 to 1918.

It has the imperial crown over the letter "W" engraved monogram.

This is a very unusual design flat server. It has an impressed helm 800 and crescent moon and crown silver content mark.

Here is a view of the rear.

The base measures 9-1/4 inches long and 3-1/4 inches in diameter.

The condition is very good to near excellent, as shown.

$499.99 Available
IRF-03
Imperial German Kaiser Wilhelm II Fancy Spoon

This is an early 20th Century Imperial German Kaiser Wilhelm II Fancy spoon.

His full name was Prince Frederick William Albert Victor of Prussia, in German: Prinz Friedrich Wilhelm Albert Viktor von Preußen.  His reign as King (Kaiser) was from 1888 to 1918.

It has the imperial crown over the letter "W" engraved monogram.

This is a very unusual design very shallow bowl spoon. It has an impressed helm 800 and crescent moon and crown silver content mark.

Here is a view of the rear.

The spoon measures 5-3/8 inches long.

The condition is very good to near excellent, as shown.

$249.99 Available
IRF-04
Imperial German Royal Family Fancy Meat Fork

This is an early 20th Century Imperial German Coat Of Arms Fancy Meat Fork

It has a complex knight and ducal engraved Coat Of Arms.

It has a winged wheel maker mark and 800 and crescent moon and crown silver content mark.

Here is a view of the rear.

The base measures 8-1/2 inches long.

The condition is very good to near excellent, as shown.

$499.99 Available

Imperial German Steins


These steins were presented to German veterans following their service in specified units.

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IGRS-01
1900/01 12th Fusilier Company 60th Regiment Service Stein

An Original and Authentic Pre-World War I Imperial German Regimental Service Stein

This is a large and ornate painted panels and detailed embellishments and slogans. It is named to a German reserve officer Rammel of the 12th Company Fusiliers of the 60th Infantry Regiment. identified here.

It measures 10-1/2 inches high by 4-1/4 inches wide at the base. Here is a view of the back side.

This is an interesting -- and scarce -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown. There is the usual crazing of the glaze typical for these steins.

$399.99 Available

World War I Imperial German Aerial Victory Honor Goblets


These cups were presented to German aviators during the early years of the Great War after achieving an aerial victory over an enemy aircraft. Typically, they indicated the depiction of an Iron Cross on one side and an inscription, and the name of the recipient and date on the other. Occasionally, the type of aircraft shot down is seen indicated as well.

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IGHC-01
World War I Lt.zS. Schmidt Aerial Victory Honor Cup

An Original and Authentic World War I German Naval Aviator Named Air Combat Victory Honor Cup

This is a large and ornate silver goblet, with grapes and leaves detailed embellishments. It is named to a German naval aviator Lt. zS. Schmidt. The date of the victory is 12.7.17 (12 July 1917). The front indicates it is for an aerial combat victory.

It measures 8-1/2 inches high by 3-3/4 inches wide at the mouth, and it has very high relief throughout. Here is a view of the back side.

This is an interesting -- and very rare -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown.

$2,499.99 Available
IGHC-03
World War I Otto Rosenfeld Aerial Victory Honor Cup

An Original and Authentic World War I German Enlisted Aviator Named Air Combat Victory Honor Cup

This is a large and ornate silver goblet, with fluted and flared detailed embellishments. It is named to a German naval aviator Vizefeldwebel. Rosenfeld. This was Otto Rosenfeld's victory over a Sopwith Pup, his third of an eventual total of 13 before he was captured by the Allies.  This victory was over Etaine, France at 2050 on May 26, 1917 while Rosenfeld was assigned to Jasta 12.The reverse side has an engraved scrolled panel indicating the honor award.

It measures 12 inches high by 5 inches wide at the mouth, and it has very high relief throughout. Here is a view of the back side of the goblet.

This is an interesting -- and very rare -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown.

$2,499.99 Available
IGHC-04
World War I Otto Rosenfeld Aerial Victory Honor Cup

An Original and Authentic World War I German Enlisted Aviator Named Air Combat Victory Honor Cup

This is a large and ornate silver goblet, with fluted and flared detailed embellishments. It is named to a German naval aviator Vizefeldwebel. Rosenfeld. This was Otto Rosenfeld's victory over a SPAD, his tenth of an eventual total of 13 before he was captured by the Allies.  This victory was on June 8, 1918 while Rosenfeld was assigned to Jasta 41.The reverse side has an engraved Iron Cross First Class of 1914 indicating the honor award.

It measures 10 inches high by 4 inches wide at the mouth, and it has very high relief throughout. Here is a view of the front side of the goblet. These are views from the top of the front and back.

This is an interesting -- and very rare -- artifact that will make a welcome addition to your growing collection.

The condition is near excellent, with some signs of age and deep patina, as shown.

$2,499.99 Available

World War I Imperial German Decorations, Orders, Medals, and Badges


These are a selection of items representative of the Imperial German (which includes the surrounding countries of central Europe circa WWI and earlier). As we add more items, this section will move onto its own page.


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IGM-050
1870-1918 Imperial German Medal GROUP Lot
This is a 19 piece Imperial German medal LOT

There are a total of 20 medals (with two on one ribbon bar), with various imperial pieces dating from 1866 through WWI.

The condition varies from good to near excellent. This lot is priced to move.

This is a view of the back of the lot.

$499.99 Available
IGM-036
1870-1918 Imperial German Crown Device
Imperial German Crown Emblem

This is a very finely crafted Imperial German crown device with attachment pins.

It measures 31mm square. It is die struck and lead filled (to prevent crushing the high vaulted thin metal, and retain the pins) There are no maker or content marks.

The condition is near excellent.

This is a view of the back of the device.

$99.99 Available
IGM-040
WWI Imperial German Pilot Badge
World War I Imperial German Pilot Badge

This is a very finely crafted jeweler made Imperial German pilot's badge with crown device and brass flat pin.

It measures 45.5mm by 72.5. It is die struck and has a separately applied back. There is a German maker mark in the middle of the back under the pin.

This is the small knotted bow style.

This is a view of the back of the device.  This is a view with the pin up to show the maker mark.

The condition is near excellent, with very minor tarnish present.

 

$749.99 Available
IGM-041
WWI Imperial German Pilot Badge
World War I Imperial German Pilot Badge

This is a very finely crafted jeweler made Imperial German pilot's badge with crown device and silver flat pin.

It measures 45.5mm by 74.5. It is die struck and has a separately applied back. There is a German maker mark in the middle of the back under the pin and a touch mark at the upper left of the image of the back is also present.

This is an interesting variation, the most significant distinction being the larger more stylish bow at the bottom (making the badge longer) and the size and scale of the buildings and mountain background.

This is a view of the back of the device.  This is a view with the pin up to show the C. E. JUNCKER BERLIN SW68 maker mark.

The condition is near excellent, with very minor tarnish present.

 

$899.99 Available
IGM-047
WWI Imperial German Air Gunner Badge
World War I Imperial German Air Gunner Badge

This is a very finely crafted jeweler made two-piece (hollow) Imperial German gunner's badge with crown device and silver flat pin.

It measures 45.5mm by 74.5. It is die struck and has a separately applied back. There is a German maker mark in the middle of the back under the pin and a touch mark at the upper left of the image of the back is also present.

This is an interesting variation, the most significant distinction being the larger more stylish bow at the bottom, similar to the CEJ pilot badge above.

This is a view of the back of the device.

The condition is near excellent, with very minor tarnish present.

 

$399.99 Available
IGM-042
WWI Imperial German Army Observer Badge
World War I Imperial German Army Observer Badge

This is a very finely crafted silver plated Imperial German Army Observer's badge with crown device and silver flat pin.

It measures 45.5mm by 72.5. It is die struck, solid and has a separately applied slightly vaulted central enamel courier's flag device. There are no maker marks present.

This is the small knotted bow style.

This is a view of the back of the device.  This is a view with the pin up to show the attachment of the enamel device.

The condition is very good to near excellent, with moderate tarnish present.

 

$899.99 Available
IGM-043
WWI Imperial German Army Observer Badge
World War I Imperial German Army Observer Badge

This is a very finely crafted silver plated Imperial German Army Observer's badge with crown device and silver flat pin.

It measures 44mm by 71mm. It is die struck, solid and has a separately applied flat style central enamel courier's flag device. There are no maker marks present.

This is an interesting variation, the most significant distinction being the larger more stylish bow at the bottom and the flat soldered courier's flag device.

This is a view of the back of the device.

The condition is near excellent, with very minor tarnish present.

 

$899.99 Available
IGM-022
WWI Turkish War Medal of 1915
Enameled Jeweler Made Medal
The Turkish War Medal of 1915 "Gallipoli Star" or "Iron Crescent" Enamel Jeweler Made Medal

It has a B.B. & C maker mark on the back. The size is 57mm (2-1/4 inches).

The condition is near excellent, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$349.99 Available
IGM-046
WWI Turkish War Medal of 1915
Enameled Issue Medal
The Turkish War Medal of 1915 "Gallipoli Star" or "Iron Crescent" Enamel Issue Medal

It has a faint stamped maker mark on the back. The size is 58mm (2-1/4 inches).

The condition is near excellent, as shown. There is no cracking to the enamel and the points of the star are not bent.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$299.99 Available
IGM-048
WWI Turkish War Medal of 1915
Enameled Issue Medal
The Turkish War Medal of 1915 "Gallipoli Star" or "Iron Crescent" Enamel Issue Medal

It has no visible maker mark on the back. The size is 58mm (2-1/4 inches).

The condition is near fair, as shown. There is significant cracking to the enamel and signs of long and hard wear in combat.  There is deep tarnish throughout, and an number of scratches on the back and front.  It has a horizontal applied one-piece issue simple pin and hook closure.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$199.99 Available
IGM-023
WWI Turkish War Medal of 1915
Enameled Jeweler Made RELIC Medal
The Turkish War Medal of 1915 "Gallipoli Star" or "Iron Crescent" Enamel Jeweler Made Medal

This medal was recovered by a GI from the burnt ruins of the Reichskanzlei in Berlin following the end of the war. The size is 57mm (2-1/4 inches).

The condition is RELIC, burnt and damaged, as shown. Traces of the original enamel and devices remain. The pin melted off.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$149.99 Available
IGM-032
Imperial War Service 1870-1871 Medal With Ribbon
Pre-World War I Imperial Germany Gilt War Service Medal with Ribbon

The size is 29mm (1-3/8 inches). The ribbon shows very slight wear from age.

The condition is near very good, as shown. There is minor wear to the gilt finish, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$79.99 Available
IGM-033
Imperial War Service 1870-1871 Medal Only
Pre-World War I Imperial Germany Gilt War Service Medal without Ribbon

The size is 29mm (1-3/8 inches).

The condition is near very good, as shown. There is very little wear to the gilt finish, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$79.99 Available
IGM-052
German/American Imperial War Service Medal Only
Pre-World War I Imperial Germany German/American War Service Medal without Ribbon

This black and red/orange enamel on gilded brass medal is from the American Deutsche Kriegs Verein, an 1880s society for German war veterans living in America.  There were several thousand members in approximately 350 chapters, mostly in the urban areas. This is a fairly scarce medal, as the society fell into disfavor in the 1910s before and during WWI.

The size is 40mm (1-5/8 inches). It is plain on the back side, with no maker marks or identification.

The condition is near very good, as shown. There is some wear to the enamel finish, evident in the images.

$149.99 Available
IGM-027
WWI Franz Joseph Austria War Wounded Medal
World War I Early Imperial Germany Silver Major von Lutzow 1813-1913 100 Year Commemorative Medal.

Major Ludwig Adolf Wilhelm von Freiherr (1782-1834) was the founder of renowned corps of volunteers "Schwarze Schar" during the war of liberation in 1813.

The size is 34mm by 46mm (1-3/8 inches by 1-7/8). The ribbon shows some wear and tear from age.

The condition is near very good, as shown. There is minor wear to the silver, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$149.99 Available
IGM-039
WWI Ernst Ludwig Hessen Bravery Medal
World War I Early Imperial Germany Grand Duchy of Hessen  Silver Ernst Ludwig Medal For Bravery.

This medal was the Hessian equivalent of the Iron Cross, and only awarded to soldiers that were citizens. Approximately 150,000 were estimated to have been awarded.

The size is 33mm (1-3/8 inches). The ribbon is purple as it came to us. The correct ribbon should be orange and white. The medal shows minor wear and heavy tarnish from age.

The condition is near good, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$99.99 Available
IGM-034
WWI Franz Joseph Austria Bravery Medal
World War I Early Imperial Germany Bronze Franz Joseph Medal For Bravery.

The size is 31mm (1-1/4 inches). There is no ribbon present. The medal shows moderate wear and heavy tarnish from age.

The condition is near good, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$34.99 Available
IGM-054
WWI Friedrich August Austria Officer Medal
World War I Early Imperial Germany Silver Friedrich August MINIATURE Medal for Officers in silver.

The size is 17mm (5/8 inches). There is no ribbon present. The medal shows moderate wear and heavy tarnish from age.

The condition is near good, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$59.99 Available
IGM-044
1866 King Ludwig of Bavaria Military Merit With Crown and Swords Medal with Case
Pre-World War I Early Imperial Bavaria Military Merit 3rd Class Cross With Crown and Swords Medal Cased

This is a very nicely jeweler made multi-piece medal with separately applied crown, swords, and disks, front and rear on the cross.  The case has a Deschler & Sohn München maker mark ribbon (torn as shown, but otherwise complete).  The case is properly marked to indicate the Crown. This is a view of the case and ribbon with the medal removed to show the construction.

The size is 43mm by 71mm (1-3/4 inches by 3-3/4 inches). The original ribbon is included.

The condition of the case is near very good, as shown. There is some wear, evident in the images.  The medal is in excellent condition with virtually all of the copper present and untarnished.

This is a view of the front and back of the medal

$149.99 Available
IGM-049
WWI Marine Korps Landing Force With Swords Medal
World War I 1914-1918 Imperial Kriegsmarine Marine Korps Cross With Swords Medal

This is a nice made die-struck medal.

The size is 40mm (1-1/2 inches). There is no ribbon.

The condition is near excellent, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$399.99 Available
IGM-017
WWI Bavaria Military Merit With Swords Medal
World War I Early Imperial Bavaria Military Merit 3rd Class Cross With Swords Medal

This is a nice made multi-piece medal with separately applied swords, and disks, front and rear on the cross. This is especially visible from the side.

The size is 35mm by 51mm (1-3/4 inches by 2 inches). There is no ribbon.

The condition is near very good, as shown. There is some wear, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$34.99 Available
IGM-045
WWI 15 Year Long Service Gilt Medal
World War I Imperial 15 Years Long Service Gilt Medal without Ribbon

This is a nice made one-piece medal. It has no ring or ribbon present.

The size is 36mm by 39mm (1-3/4 inches by 1-7/8 inches).

The condition is near excellent, as shown. There is some slight wear, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$74.99 Available
IGM-018
WWI Weimar German Kyffhauserbund Medal

World War I Weimar Veteran War Service 1914-1918 With Swords Medal

This is the Weimar German medal for the Kyffhauserbund veteran's association for WWI soldiers. The bronze medal measures 1-7/8 inches high and 1-1/4 inches wide.

The condition is fair to near good, with deep tarnish from age, and wear to the ribbon and swords device, as shown. There is some, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$34.99 Available
IGM-007
World War I Imperial Prussian Fire Brigade 25 Year Long Service Enameled Silver Medal
World War I WWI Early Imperial Prussian Fire Brigade 25 Year Long Service Enameled Silver Medal

This is a an early pre-WWII medal identified to Prussia for long service to the fire department. The obverse is enameled black, with fire helmet, and crossed axes in an oak leaf wreath. The reverse indicates it is for service in Prussia home defense fire brigade.

The size is 35mm by 32mm (1-3/4 inches by 1-1/2). There is no ribbon.

The condition is near excellent, as shown. This is a heavy silver plate on copper medal. There is some wear to the silver, exposing some copper at some of the high points, evident in the images.

This is a view of the back of the medal.

$99.99 Available
IGM-010
WWI German Pierced Black Wound Badge
World War I Pierced Black Wound Badge

This is a die struck black painted brass badge. It is not maker marked.

The size is approximately 1-1/2 inches wide and 1-3/4 inches high.

The condition is very good to near excellent, excepting some routine wear to the paint from age, exposing some of the brass, as shown.

This is a view of the back of the badge.

$74.99 Available
IGM-012
WWI Imperial German1814-1914 Badge
World War I 100 Year 1814-1914 Commemorative Imperial Unit Badge

This is a heavy die struck solid back insignia. It is not maker marked.

The size is approximately 44mm high by 21mm wide.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age.

Front is shown at the left. The back has a spring pin closure.

$24.99 Available
IGM-013
WWI Imperial German War Veteran Association Badge
World War I German War Veteran Imperial Deutscher Krieger Bund Badge

This is a heavy die struck hollow back insignia. It is PAUL KUST BERLIN C.1 maker marked with registered markings on the back.

The size is approximately 38mm high by 30mm wide.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age. The ribbon is a little frayed.

The back has a spring pin closure.

$49.99 Available
IGM-014
WWI Imperial German War Veteran Association Badge
World War I German War Veteran Officer Imperial Köln Artillery Badge

This is a heavy die struck solid back medal suspended from a die-struck hollow back pierced crown. It is not maker marked.

The size of the medal is approximately 40mm square.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age. The ribbon is frayed and worn.

The back has a spring pin closure.

$49.99 Available
IGM-028
WWI Imperial German Freikorpsbund FKB Association Badge
World War I German War Veteran Freikorps Badge

This is a heavy die struck solid bronze pin with black, white and red enamel. It is maker marked DESCHLER & S. MÜNCHEN in raised letters on the back.

The size of the pin is 30mm by 21mm.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age.

The back has a spring pin closure.

$99.99 Available
IGM-029
19th Century 1844 Sharpshooter Medal without Ribbon.
This medal appears to be hollow-backed silver, but is not marked as such. It has identification hand engraved on the banner around the wreath as "Ehre und Ehre Friedrich Braun von Geuidmich (?) (unreadable word)" and the date 1844 in a banner at the bottom of the wreath with oak leaves and acorns surrounding the figure of William Tell holding a crossbow and bolt.

This is an outstanding early sharpshooter's medal, exquisitely crafted. It will be a commanding centerpiece of any advanced shooting medal collection.

The condition is near excellent throughout. The medallion proper measure 1-3/4 by 2 inches high. The suspension is a simple textured split ring.

The back shows holes from the hollow construction.

$174.99 Available
IGM-015
WWI Imperial GermanWar Veteran Association Badge
World War I German Veteran Imperial Silver Mounted Leather EK Fob

This is a heavy silver mounted leather fob. There are a number of maker and content marks on the silver pieces, including an King's head, a script "R", a "3", and "875" silver content marks. The bottom shield is engraved with the intertwined letters "EK"

The size is approximately 6 inches high by 1-1/2 inches wide.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age. The leather is a little dry.

The back is shown here.

$124.99 Available
IGM-019
WWI Imperial German Cavalry Military Fitness Tinnie Badge
World War I Imperial German Cavalry Military Fitness Tinnie Badge

This is a die struck tinnie featuring a horse and pennants with a tassel.

The size is approximately 2 inches high by 2 inches wide.

The condition is used, with some tarnish from age. The leather is a little dry.

The back is shown here.

$34.99 Available
IGM-051
WWI Imperial German Nine Year Long Service Medal

World War I Imperial German IX Long Service Medal

The size is approximately 30mm in diameter.

The condition is used, the medal has some deep tarnish from age.

The back is visible here.

$49.99 Available
IGM-016
WWI Imperial German 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class Medal Fob

World War I 1914 Iron Cross Second Class Made into a fob.

This is a period made fob for a veteran of WWI. It is "M1" maker marked on the ring, just visible at the 2 o'clock position of the front view at the left.

The size is approximately 43mm square.

The condition is used, with some deep tarnish from age. The iron core shows significant rust.

The back is visible here.

 

We usually have a number of 1914 Iron Cross 2nd and 1st class medals available at any given time. At the moment, we have a KO ring marked IC 2nd, some unmarked, both with and without ribbons. Prices vary dependent on condition. Email us for price and availability.

$74.99 Available

World War I Imperial Uniform Devices, Insignia, and Accouterments


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Description, Size, Condition Price Status
IGM-025
Imperial Shoulder Board
World War I Imperial German Shoulder Board

This is a silver bullion shoulder board with an applied electric rail winged wheel device.

It measures 3-1/2 by 2 inches.

The condition is near very good, with some signs of age, tarnish on the silver and some moth bites on the wool.

This is a view of the back of the shoulder board.

We have several similar shoulder boards, with and without devices, in several colors. Email for current price and availability.

$69.99 Available

World War I Imperial Awards, Trophies, and Statues


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Description, Size, Condition Price Status
IGM-035
Imperial German Veteran Soldier Bronze Bust on Solid Marble Base

World War I WWI Imperial German Army Soldier Bronze Bust on Marble Base

This is a very heavy bronze on cast metal bust of a German Army soldier in an M1917 helmet. It has a raised artist or maker mark on the back.

Here are views of the right and left sides. This is a very finely detailed rendition.

The base measures 4-1/4 inches long and 4-1/4 inches wide. The overall height is 12 inches. It measures 5-1/2 inches across the shoulders at the widest point.

The condition is very good to near excellent, with some signs of freckles on the bronze and heavy tarnish from age, as shown.

$799.99 Available