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This desirable period cocktail shaker is almost an entire collection in itself, with its great looks complete with the dedications and facsimile signatures of Luftwaffe high-ranking officers. This cocktail shaker measures 8 inches in height and at its widest part it is about 4 inches. The bottom of the shaker is hallmarked “830", and also has a hallmark figure containing the initials “BK”. The lid is serrated so that a handhold will remove it easily, and the spout area is holed for pouring out a fine drink while keeping the ice in the container.
Engraved in capital letters at the upper widest area of the cocktail shaker is a three-line dedication” UNSEREM .. URALTEN-ORANJE-KNACKER - - UND WEHRMACHTBEFEHLSHABER/IN DEN NIEDERLANDEN UND KORPSFÜHRER DES NATIONALSOZIALISTISCHEN FLIEGERKORPS/HERRN GENERAL DER FLIEGER F.CHRISTIANSEN”. The meaning of “URALTEN” probably has to do with being old. The first dedication means “TO OUR OLD “HARD NUT” AND MILITARY COMMANDER FROM THE NETHERLANDS AND LEADER OF THE NATIONAL SOCIALIST FLYING CORPS, GENERAL OF FLIGHT, F. CHRISTENSEN”. Since this cocktail shaker would have been given by friends, the “old nut” phrase could be slang. The term “ORANJE” refers to the fact that Christensen was a Dutchmen. The Dutch royalty uses the color orange, thus, “Orangemen” is a title bestowed upon the Dutch. Beneath this, is a further two-line dedication, “IN.TREUER DERBUNDENHEIT UND DANKBARKEIT/SEINE GETREUEN”. Under this is “HOLLAND/MITSOMMER 1941". This dedication would basically mean “IN THANKS FROM YOUR TRUE FRIENDS AND FIGHTING COMPANIONS HOLLAND MID-SUMMER 1941". Under this fine dedication in an arch shape are the facsimile signatures of seven officers. Beneath each signature is the rank of the individual. The ranks of all are provided indicate their importance. The first one is, “Major und Adjudant”. The second one is also, “Major und Adjudant”. The third one is, “Oberstleutnant und Bevollmachtigter Des Vierjahresplanes Für Die Niederlanden”. The fourth one is, “General Major und Chef Des Generalstabes”. The next one is, “Gruppenführer In N.S.Fliegerkorps”. The next one is, “Korv Kapt und Kommissar Ver Schiffahrt Für Die Niederlanden”. The last one is, “Als Anwärter Major”. Each of these people have their facsimile signature engraved above their rank and title. All were people who were important to General Christiansen. In the center area of the cocktail shaker is a beautifully engraved droop tail Luftwaffe eagle clutching a mobile swastika in one talon. This eagle has outstanding renderings to the feathering throughout his breast, tail and wings. The head is perfectly done with a great curved beak and eye. The swastika itself is double-scribed. This hand work throughout this cocktail shaker is extraordinary. One of the country’s best available engravers was hired to do the task. What a great way to have a martini!
Accompanying the cocktail shaker is one of Christiansen’s collar tabs signifying a General of the NSFK. This collar tab is of extremely high quality and is rarely encountered. The tab has a gray velvet background and it has a nice, thin gold twisted cord piping around its border. There is a beautiful hand-done gold bullion oak leaf wreath with acorn and centered is an applied silver NSFK insignia. This silver insignia has a beautiful deep patina and it features the figure of Icarus, with his arms holding the wings open, standing over a large mobile swastika. This collar tab alone is of considerable value.
This fantastic grouping would be the highlight of any Luftwaffe NSFK collection. General of Flying, Friedrich Christiansen was the commander of the NSFK and also was one of Herman Göring’s original flying compatriots from WWI. He was quite famous and there are numerous historical references, including many pictures of him wearing the long DLV/NSFK Flying Officer’s dagger.
This is a great opportunity to really acquire a nice item. The condition is near excellent, with some minor dings from age and long use.
These are views of portions of interest:
Offered at $4,999.99
This is a very rare death mask effigy. The mask itself is extremely rare, as it was cast from Oberstleutnant Georg Freiherr von Böselager, commander of the German 3rd Cavalry Brigade in Russia at the time of his death on August 27, 1944.
Georg Boeselager -- and his brother Philipp -- were deeply involved in the July 20, 1944 assassination attempt on Hitler. He is the one who procured the plastic explosive that was used in the bomb, and was to have used his cavalry command to secure Berlin after the assassination. When the assassination failed, Boeselager turned his brigade back toward Russia. With the knowledge of his almost certain death imminent, he was killed in action and instead of being executed as a traitor, he was treated as a hero. He received a post-humus promotion to full colonel and was awarded the Swords to the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves.
There was apparently some confusion regarding his rank. He was a lieutenant colonel at the time of his death, however, investigators from Berlin searching for him had him indicated as a First Lieutenant and the death mask has his rank as Captain. The death mask also indicates the Oak Leaves to the Knight's Cross (054), as he didn't receive the Swords (114) until 28 November 1944, three months after his death.
The mask measures 6-1/2 by 5 inches. The label measures 3-1/4 by 2-1/2 inches.
The condition is near excellent and intact with no flaws, as show. This is a view from the right side, left side, and a close-up of the label.
Offered at $3,999.99
This is a very rare artifact from the commander of the German SS/SD division.
The pencil measures 5 inches long. The engraved full first name and last name signature measures 1-5/8 inches. It has the letters "SD" deeply struck on the end cap. The pencil is content marked 900 (90%) solid silver on the clip. There are wavy Damascus pattern waves engraved on three of the six sides. There is deep tarnish on the silver throughout.
This is a photograph of Heydrich in his SD uniform at his desk. The pencil shown in the photograph is the one offered here. This is a view of the pencil taken from the same angle as in the photograph for comparison.
The condition is near excellent and intact with no flaws, as show. This is a view from the right side, left side, and another different close-up of the signature. Other overall views can be seen by clicking the thumbnails below.
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This is a very finely crafted silver plated metal plaque mounted in its original wood frame. It incorporates the devices of the Transportation Ministry, headed by Reichsminister Julius Dorpmüller, the RAD Labor Force, headed by Reichsminister Konstantin Hierl, and stylized hammer, oak leaf and acorn of the Organization Todt, headed by Reichsminister Fritz Todt, as seen in the close-up images in the links.
Reichsminister Albert Speer was to take control of wartime armaments production which included the services of the three branches represented on this single plaque.
The overall size in the frame is 30-1/2 by 14-1/4 inches. The metal part measures 9 by 25 inches, with the applied wreaths measuring 8 inches in diameter. The RAD device is 8 inches high and 6-1/2 inches wide.
It is maker marked "HB" on the Todt disk. The motto of the RAD "Arbeit Adelt" is at the bottom of the center device. The back has some German script notations in pencil and a purple ink stamped accession number "R 66????" This is an overall view of the back. The overall view of the front can be seen by clicking the link or the thumbnail below.
This is a spectacular and unique plaque and one you will be pleased to add to your collection of High Leader items.
Offered at $4,999.99
This is an OLYMPIA typewriter, the original equipment manufacturer for the German SS. It has the usual German keyboard with the exception of the substitution of the SS sigrune lightning bolts on the number 3 key in the shifted position. The keyboard is laid out in the same QWERTZ pattern used on the Enigma machine and other German typewriters. The Ä, Ö and Ü keys are also present on the right side of the keyboard, as can be seen in the images.
The condition of the machine is near-excellent throughout, as can be seen in the images. There is some routine wear to the gray-green paint on the exterior of the case and compression of the felt pads from age and long storage. The carriage return mainspring needs some attention, it is present, but not returning the carriage.
The typewriter is housed in the original wooden case, with the instruction data sheet on the inside of the lid.
The serial number is shown on the bottom of the machine stamped into the frame.
$4999.99
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Ernst Röhm Framed Glass Etching | This is an SA High Leader Ernst
Röhm glass etch in an oak leaf embellished wooden frame.
This is an unusual and very rare item. All likenesses and references to Ernst Rohm were ordered to be destroyed by Hitler after the assassination and purge of the SA. These are various views of the back of the frame. The black backing paper used to highlight the etch was replaced at some time in the past. There are no apparent maker marks. It is in near excellent condition, the frame showing some signs of age and general wear. The etch measures 4-3/4 by 6-1/4 inches with the frame measuring 9-1/2 by 11-1/2 to the ends of the cross pieces at the corners. |
$999.99 | Available |
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Brandenburg Gate Cast Bronze Fragment of Quadriga Chariot Statue | Brandenburg Gate Cast Bronze Fragment of Chariot Statue
This is an unusual souvenir of Berlin, taken when the Quadriga chariot statue was removed by the Russians following the end of WWII. The was eventually recreated and restored in 1957. Of the original statue, only one horse's head remains (it is in a museum in Berlin) and some fragments from when it was cut up for scrap. This is one of the sawn fragments. This photo taken on July 16, 1945 shows the extent of the damage to the statue. The piece is 7 inches long at the bottom, and 9 inches high and 3 inches thick. There is a carved symbol (or letters) on the bottom of the base. There are torch and saw marks evident on the top and sides. It was gilded at one point, portions of the original gilt remain, and there is the usual green patina of old bronze present. It is VERY heavy (approximately 10 pounds) It is in near relic condition, evident in the images. |
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Joachim von Ribbentrop Reading Glasses Case | This is a German Diplomat von Ribbentrop Reading Glasses and Hard Case
The case has a hinged top and unfolds to reveal the center compartment containing the glasses. The case features a fancy maker mark separately applied on the inside lid reading Stichler-Optik Berlin W. Tauenstzienstr. These is a break in the lens at one of the nose screws, shown here. This shows the front and back of the case. The details of the "liberation" of these glasses are detailed in a notarized statement from the original soldier who took them from Ribbentrop's Mannheim, Germany office. His name is also listed in a unit history of the 44th Division, with his pre-war Hartford, Connecticut address. One of his original 44th Division patches (shown here front and rear) and a photo of him in London is included. Note the EAME with multiple stars, and the CIB. The glasses and blued steel case are in used, still near very good condition, showing signs of frequent use. The case measures 6 inches long and 2-1/2 inches high. |
$2,999.99 | Available |
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Joachim von Ribbentrop Calling Card Case | This is a German Diplomat von Ribbentrop Calling Card Case
The case is hinged top and bottom and unfolds to reveal the center compartment. The case features a long wing eagle separately applied over the button fastener. These is a script maker mark. This shows the back of the case. It is in used, still near very good condition, showing signs of frequent use. The case measures 5-2/8 inches long and 3-1/2 inches high. |
$1,199.99 | Available |
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Baldur von Schirach Gold Lion Claw Pin | Hitler Youth High Leader Baldur von Schirach Gold Embellished Lion's Claw Pin
This is a presentation gift from Baldur von Schirach to his friend Ed Shaefer on the occasion of his birthday in 1968. A statement from Ed Shaefer is included, dated 1990. The pin is 9CT gold content marked on the open style engraved and embellished pin body. The pin features a tubular safety catch type fastener. The claw is highly polished and very open at the top showing the grain. It is in near excellent condition, showing some signs of frequent use. The pin measures 1-7/8 inches long and 7/8 inches wide at the base. |
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Reichsminister Albert Speer A.S. Wax Seal Handstamp | Reichs Minister Albert Speer Gilded Oak Leaves and Swords A.S. Was Seal with recessed letters. This is a heavy jade green stone handled seal once belonging to Albert Speer. It is monogrammed with his A.S. initials monogram. It is in near excellent condition, showing signs of frequent use. The back shows some minor damage. The initials are deeply set. The handle portion is shown in close-up. It measures 3-3/4 by 1 inches overall. |
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RWSD-01 Robert Wagner Gauleiter Baden Signed Letter to Gauleiter Schwaben Karl Wahl with a cigarette case with a Heinrich Himmler etched signature |
This is a letter signed and dated 3 July 1939
from the Gauleiter of Baden Robert Wagner to the Gauleiter of Schwabia SS-Obersturmbannführer Kark
Wahl and Heinrich Himmler signed presentation cigarette case.
The letter references the return of a lost honor gift (a cigarette case with a Heinrich Himmler etched signature), conveying his regards to Wahl's wife, and wishing him luck with his "Jewish problems". The condition is near-excellent, with creases from when it was folded for mailing. The letter is written on Wagner's official DAF Gau Baden letterhead. There is a chop ladder at the top with Wahl's signature indicating receipt of the document and case on the 5th of July. This is a close-up view of the Himmler signature on the inside of the top cover. The outside of the cover has Karl Wahl's initials in engraved in block letters. There are no content or maker marks apparent. The case measures 4-1/2 by 2-1/2 by 1-1/2 inches. The letter measures 8-1/4 by 11-3/4 inches. |
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Reichs Minister Albert Speer Short Silver Cigarette Case | Reichs Minister Albert Speer Silver Cigarette Case This is a heavy textured solid silver cigarette case once belonging to Albert Speer. It is monogrammed with his block letter AS monogram. The case is a smooth finish. It is curved and designed for trousers pocket carry. It is in near excellent condition, showing some signs of frequent use. The back is the same textured pattern as the front. The inside of the case has spring metal retainers. The elastic is missing. It measures 3-1/4 by 4-3/4 inches closed. It has two 800 silver content marks impressed into the inside surface. |
$999.99 | Available |
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Oberst General Johannes von Blaskowitz Albert Speer Short Silver Cigarette Case | Generaloberst Johannes von Blaskowitz Holland Map Silver Cigarette Case This is a textured solid silver cigarette case once belonging to the commander of the German military in Holland, the Netherlands. It is engraved with a detailed map of Occupied Holland. The case is a lightly textured finish. It is flat and designed for concealed uniform pocket carry. It is very thin and holds one row of cigarettes. It is in near excellent condition, showing some signs of frequent use. The back is the same textured pattern as the front. The inside of the case has spring metal retainers. The elastic is present. It measures 3-1/4 by 2-3/4 inches closed. It has a 835S silver content mark impressed into the inside edge. |
$799.99 | Available |
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Graf Wolf Heinrich von Helldorf Short Silver Cigarette Case | This is an ALPACCA Silver Plate Cigarette Case given to Graf Wolf Heinrich von Helldorf as a Christmas gift in 1930 This is a textured solid silver cigarette case once belonging to the police chief of Berlin who was tried and executed for his part in the 20 July assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler. It is engraved with a detailed map of Occupied Holland. The case is a lightly textured finish. It is flat and designed for pocket carry. It is thin and holds two rows of cigarettes. One elastic remains of the original two. It is in near excellent condition, showing some signs of frequent use. The back has a different ribbed pattern, but edge treatment matches the front. The inside of the case has an abbreviated notation indicating the date of the gift as "Wiehn. 30" in script hand engraving. The front of the case has the engraved initials "WH". It measures 3-1/4 by 3-5/8 inches closed. It has an ALPACCA DRP silver plate content mark and two maker marks impressed into the inside edge. |
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Carl Bock Presentation Silver Cigarette Case and 1912 Ludendorff Signature Clip | German Industrialist Carl Bock, Aviation Design Pioneer Presentation Silver Cigarette Case This is a very fancy textured and oak leaf embellished with blue enamel accents solid silver cigarette case presented to "Emile" as an Honor Award from Director Carl Bock, Leipzig, on 27 March 1924. It is engraved with a detailed internal inscription. The initials E.H. are in a block on the front. The case is a lightly textured finish. It is flat. It holds two rows of cigarettes. It is in near excellent condition, showing some signs of moderate gentle use. The back is the same textured pattern as the front. The inside of the case has spring metal retainers. The elastics are present. It measures 3-1/2 by 4-3/4 inches closed. It has a 900 silver content mark and OCO maker mark impressed into the inside edge. This case contained a very early Oberst Ludendorff signature clip. In 1912, prior to the outbreak of WWI and his meteoric rise as a German war hero, Ludendorff was a colonel and commander of the German 9th Cavalry Regiment. The signature block contains his rank and command. It measures 2-3/4 by 1-1/2 inches. |
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Luftwaffe Honor Cup | Luftwaffe Armed Forces Commander HonorCup
This is a presentation gift to the Commander of the Netherlands German Armed Forces, General der Flieger Friedrich Christiansen. This cup is deeply scribed with the commander's title and has an applied engraved shield on the back. It has an applied luftwaffe eagle and scribed dedication on the front. It is in near very good condition, showing deep tarnish and some signs of frequent use. It measures 2-3/4 in diameter at the top by 3-1/4 inches high. It has a H. J. Wilm, Berlin maker mark and an ALPACCA content mark on the bottom, as shown. |
$749.99 | Available |
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Adolf Hitler Rubber Latex Mask | Adolf Hitler Rubber Latex Costume Mask
This is an unusual item! It is a latex mask, with the features of Adolf Hitler. The likeness is very close, to the bags under the eyes, and the distinctive hair style, and of course, the moustache. It is sized to fit a large adult with holes for breathing, seeing and hearing in all the usual places. The mouth is closed and has no opening. Here is a view of the back. It measures approximately 10-12 inches in diameter, and about 14 inches high and 10 inches across. It is very flexible. |
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