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Militärpaß &
Soldbuch
16-348
SOLDBUCH - AVIATION SOLDIER.
This is a soldbuch for an aviation soldier named Hermann Schwanz
(please, no jokes, it IS his name. It means "tail" in German). He was born
in 1888. He served in several aviation units and survived the war. It
contains unit notations and stamps. At the time his soldbuch was
issued, he was assigned to Flieger Ersatz Abteilung Nr 14.
$50.00
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16-347
MILITÄRPAß - FLIEGER-ABTEILUNG. This is a militärpaß
for a man whose name appears to be Franz Lashouski. He was born in 1899. He
mustered into the army in 1917. He served in a number of aviation units. His
last unit was Flieger-Abteilung Nr 414. Several unit stamps appear in
the book. He mustered out of the army in 1919. He had an unremarkable
career, with no decorations.
$75.00
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16-350
MILITÄRPAß - BAVARIAN SOLDIER/AVIATOR.
This is a militärpaß for a Bavarian named Wilhelm Veidt. Veidt was born in 1897.
He mustered into the army on 4 April 1916. His first service was in
the I. Ersatz-Battalion of Infanterie-Regiment Nr 19. The unit was
based at 1. Rekruten-Depot. He reported to the front as a member of
this Bavarian regiment. He was posted to a Bavarian Flieger-Abteilung
later in the war. Unit stamps appear from both regiments. The replaced cover
of the militärpaß indicates that Veidt served in the army from 4
April 1916 through 17 February 1919. It is an interesting militärpaß for a Bavarian soldier/aviator.
$125.00
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16-351
MILITÄRPAß - SAXON SOLDIER/AVIATOR.
This is a militärpaß for a man born in 1889 in Leipzig, Saxony. He
entered (or re-entered) the army in 1916. He was assigned to 4.
Infanterie-Regiment Nr 103. As we thumb through the militärpaß,
we see that he demonstrated his proficiency with the Mauser rifle. We also
see his regiment’s unit stamp. After his service in this regiment, he served
in a Prussian Flieger-Abteilung. The militärpaß contains many
interesting entries. It is housed in a cover. It is a fine militärpaß for a Saxon soldier.
$125.00
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10-684 MILITÄRPAß - INFANTRIE-REGIMENT Nr 58.
This is a militärpaß for Karl Alfred Willig. He was born in 1885. He
first joined the army in 1907. He was assigned to 3. Posensches
Infantrie-Regiment Nr 58. The regiment was raised in 1860. Battalions
Nr 1 and Nr 2 were assigned to Glogau, while Battalion Nr 3
was based in Fraustadt. The regiment was assigned to the V. ArmeeKorps.
He also saw action with Infantrie-Regiment Nr 19. Many entries are
included, especially when he was called back to service during WW I.
$40.00
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10-747 MILITÄRPAß - FÜSILIER-REGIMENT Nr 39 - PRUSSIA.
This is a duplicate militärpaß from Niederrheinisches Füsilier-Regiment
Nr 39. The man’s name was Johann Heinrich Hüsges. He was born in 1883
and joined his regiment in 1903. He mustered out of the regiment in 1906. On
the page with that information we see a regimental unit stamp. We see that
he was recalled to the army in 1914. He served through much of early-to-mid
WW I.
$40.00
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16-337
ENLISTED MAN’S SOLDBUCH - FLIEGER-ERSATZ-BATTALION Nr 1, Nr 4, &
Nr 10.
This is an enlisted man’s soldbuch (paybook) from
Flieger-Ersatz-Battalion Nr 1, Nr 4, and Nr 10. Several of the
book’s pages are loose. Some blurring occurs in places where water affected
small portions of the information and entries. Still, it is a very fetching
item from a soldier attached to an aviation unit.
$195.00
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14-66 AVIATION
MILITÄRPAß. An attractively conditioned militärpaß to a soldier who was assigned to Kampfgeschwader
7 O.H.L. Staffel 38. August Eisenberg was born in 1896, and
he entered the army in May 1916. He was first posted to
Flieger-Ersatz Abteilung Nr 3 in Gotha in July 1916 (this
unit stamp and signature of the commander is present). The
unit stamp for Staffel 38 and the signature of the
Staffelführer, a Hauptmann, is also present. Two other later
units are indicated by stamp and they are Flieger Abteilung
Nr 10 in Böblingen-Stuttgart in 1917 and Königl. Preuss
Rüst-Abteilung fur Flieger-Waffen. The last entry that I can
detect is August 1918. A very well marked militärpaß to a
soldier who spent his entire career in aviation units.
$225.00
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14-109 SOLDBUCH AND
MILITARPAß TO AN AVIATION SOLDIER.
This Soldbuch and militärpaß belonged to the same soldier.
His last name is Wossner. As we look through his militärpaß,
we see that he was born in 1896 and that he was a native of
Württemberg. We can tell that he passed through the 3rd
Recruit Depot with Infantry Regiment Nr 125 in October 1915.
He was immediately reassigned to Flieger-Ersatz-Abteilung Nr
10 near Stuttgart. Entries continue from his November
reassignment through December 1916 with him attached to
Flugpark 5 (a training depot and point of distribution of
aviation personnel to front line squadrons.). We then see
notations for Flieger-Abteilung (A) Nr 211 which is dated 21
November 1918 so he obviously survived the war. There are
also unit stampings for FA 201 and 210 from the period of
1917-1918. In his Soldbuch we see entries for FA 202, 207,
and210 along with his service in these units. A well traveled
ground crewman by any means. It is unusual to be able to
offer both the militärpaß and the Soldbuch together. $150.00
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10-728 ENLISTED MAN’S MILITÄRPAß -
INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 42 - PRUSSIA.
This is a militärpaß for a Wilhelm Meyer, who served in
Infanterie-Regiment Nr 42. He was born in 1879. He first entered the army
in this regiment during 1898. Later additions to his militärpaß in the
years before WW I show he was enrolled in other reserve units. He served
throughout WW I. He mustered out of the army in 1919 as a forty-year-old.
Along with his militärpaß’s many attachments, we also see a "good
performance" certificate in 1900, when he had completed his two years of
mandatory service.
$50.00
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13-600 MILITÄRPAß - IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVY.
This is an enlisted man’s militärpaß
from the Navy. The man’s name was Emil Kurt Böttcher.
He was born on 19 November 1890. He entered the Navy on 2 November
1910. He was mustered in and served in 5. Kompagnie IV. Matrosen
Artillerie Abteilung. It appears that he completed his compulsory service
in 1913. He was, however, recalled into the Navy. Many entries appear in the
book that show service through all of WW I. It appears that he was mustered
out of the Navy in late November 1918. Navy militärpaßes
are far scarcer than army ones, because far fewer men served in the Navy. This
book is in excellent condition. It can be a source of excellent research. $75.00
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16-50 MILITÄRPAß.
This is a fairly common militärpaß to a man by the name of
Josef Baldauf, who was born in 1876. He first entered the
Army in 1898 as a member of Infanterie
Regiment Nr 65. He served two years
active duty and was placed in the reserves. He was called up
in 1914 and served in a number of units during the war,
including Flieger-Abteilung Nr 7. He survived the war and was
mustered out in 1919. He had a fairly undistinguished career
and won no decorations during the war. One page in the book
is loose but there is a great deal to read on this older
soldier who was called back to serve his country. $75.00
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10-609
MILITÄRPAß - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 77.
This is one of the earliest militärpaßes that I have encountered.
It is for a man who was born in 1851. When he joined the army, he was assigned
to 2. Hannoversches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 77. It was a former
Hanoverian regiment that came under Prussian command when the Kingdom of
Hannover was assimilated into Prussia in 1866. The regiment was garrisoned at
Celle, where it was raised in 1813. Members of this regiment proudly wore a
bandeau showing that they had fought at Waterloo. The regiment was a part of
the X. Armeekorps. The Militärpaß’s front cover advises that the
holder is a part of the X. Armeekorps. It shows his active and reserve
service. As this book is 130+ years-old, it is more delicate than most WW
I-era militärpaßes. Some of the pages are loose, but the document is
complete. $65.00
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10-663
MILITÄRPAß - MG KOMPAGNIE.
This
is an interesting militärpaß from a MG Kompagnie. The
militärpaß’s owner was born in 1894. He entered the army in October
1914. It features unit stamping, as well as special mention of his
qualification with the MG 08.
$75.00
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10-677 MILITÄRPAß - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 167.
This is a militärpaß from 1. Ober-Elsässisches
Infanterie-Regiment Nr 167. The regiment was formed in 1897. It was
garrisoned at Bitsch, where it was attached to the XXI. Armeekorps.
As best as I can tell, the man’s name is Schlitzberger. He was born in 1883.
He mustered into the regiment in 1907, and served in Kompagnie Nr 8.
He saw service in a number of units during WW I. Many unit stamps appear
throughout the militärpaß.
$50.00
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13-118 NAVY LAND PLANE
MILITÄRPAß. The Navy Land Plane
Jastas of the Naval Air Service were relatively small and
quite elite compared to the Navy Sea Plane arm. These
squadrons, which flew in Flanders alongside Army Jastas,
produced some of the best fighter pilots of the war. These
men were often among those with the highest scores of planes
shot down. This Militärpaß was to an enlisted man who
served in one of these jastas, most likely as a ground
crewman. This man first entered the Navy in June 1917 and was
initially assigned to II. Matrosen
Division. He survived the war and there
are entries as late as 1920 in the Militärpaß. Very
difficult to find Militärpaß. $575.00
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10-597
ENLISTED MAN’S MILITÄRPAß - GARDE-GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 3.
This is a militärpaß for a man in Königin Elisabeth Garde-Grenadier-Regiment
Nr 3. This very elite regiment was raised in 1860 and garrisoned at
Charlottenburg. This was where the central Prussian palace and home of
Kaiser Wilhelm II were located. As a Garde Regiment, it was assigned
to the GardeKorps. The name of the soldier was Podszun. He
was born in 1886. He joined the regiment in 1914. The book shows several
interesting entries and bears the rubber stamp of the regiment.
$50.00
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10-567 MILITÄRPAß TO A
SOLDIER SERVING IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT
Nr 145. This is a militärpaß
for an enlisted soldier who served in Königs-Infanterie-Regiment
(6. Lothringisches) Nr 145. This
soldier, Georg Oppel, was born in 1875. Thus, in August 1916,
he was forty-one years old. He was mustered in at the recruit
depot and assigned to I. Ersatz-Battalion.
He was later assigned to another infantry regiment and saw
limited action in the war. $50.00.
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10-568 MILITÄRPAß TO A
SOLDIER SERVING IN FÜSILIER-REGIMENT Nr 39.
This is a militärpaß for a soldier serving in
Niederrheinisches Füsilier-Regiment Nr
39. The regiment was raised in 1818
after the Napoleonic Wars and garrisoned at Düsseldorf. The
soldier was named Johan Heinrich Hüsges. He was born in
1883. He performed his military service from 1903-1906. He
was called back to the army during WW I. This contains many
interesting entries. $50.00.
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10-670 MILITÄRPAß - 1870'S GERMAN
ARMY.
This is a militärpaß
for a man born in 1854. The man served in the German Army during the 1870's,
after the Franco-Prussian War. He initially served in Ulanen-Regiment Nr
11, then later served in several Landwehr (Reserve) units
until 1889, when he ended his career. This is an interesting militärpaß.
The front cover is nearly detached from the book, but remains with it.
$70.00
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10-642 MILITÄRPAß FOR A
MAN IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 49 PRUSSIA.
This is a militärpaß for a man named Fischer. He was born in 1863. He
joined the army in 1886, and was assigned to Infanterie-Regiment Nr 49.
He also saw service in Grenadier-Regiment Nr 8. I see service
notes through 1890.
$40.00
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10-643
ASSORTED DOCUMENTS - MILITÄRPAß - ACTING OFFICER OTTO GRUNEBERG.
This is a mini grouping of documents to a single man spanning a period of more
than thirty years. The man to whom these documents belong is Otto Grundeberg.
Grundeberg was born in 1879. He served in Württemberg Nachrichten Battalion
Nr 13. During WW I, he was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd Class on 22 March 1915. He achieved the rank of Acting Officer (Offz. Stellv.)
Assorted personal documents are contained in this mini grouping, including
several letters, receipts for items, a membership card for the
Reichskolonialbund from 1937, and a document dated 1906 that shows him as
a member of the postal service. The latter was his profession before WW I. All
of these documents, including his militärpaß, are housed in a folio
that once housed postcards. The folio sports a large Hohenzollern Eagle on its
reverse. This gives us a good glimpse into the life of an Imperial German Army
soldier.
$195.00
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10-635 MILITÄRPAß - ADOLF ZICSCNHCRMC.
This is a militärpaß for Adolf Zicscnhcrmc, who was born in 1881. He served
during WW I in 1. Kompagnie Armier-Battalion Nr 66. Pasted into this
militärpaß are the various battles in which he fought, including Reims,
Champagne, Soissons, etc. It is interesting to see that his service in this militärpaß begins in 1915, although surely he had seen earlier service
before WW I. This man survived WW I.
$40.00
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10-636 DOUBLE MILITÄRPAß AND SOLDBUCH -
ARMIERUNGS-BATTALION Nr 79.
This is a double militärpaß
(i.e., a militärpaß that has been completely filled out, then replaced
by a later militärpaß) along with a Soldbuch to a soldier named
Dose, who was born 1889. He served in the 4th Kompagnie of Armierungs Battalion Nr 79. While I see many entries for 1915, 1916,
and 1917, I do not see later entries.
$75.00
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10-618 MILITÄRPAß TO A MAN SERVING IN
INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 65. This is a
militärpaß to a man by the name of Baldauf, who was born in March 1876 in
Bavaria. He first entered the army in October 1898. He was assigned to 5.
Rheinisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 65, where he was assigned to
Kompagnie Nr 3. He finished his two years of mandatory service in 1910. He
served in a number of units all through WW I. He was mustered out of the army
after the war’s end in 1918.
$50.00
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10-569 CIVILIAN
IDENTIFICATION PAPERS. This is a
civilian set of identification papers that were issued by the
government of Württemberg to a woman named Linhuber. She was
the dependant of a man who served aboard the S.
M. S. Prinz Luitpold. This was issued in
1914 for a period of twelve years. Perhaps it granted her
specific benefits since she was the dependant of a service
man. It is in excellent condition. $20.00.
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10-698 CIVIL INTERNAL PASSPORT. This is an
internal passport for a German citizen that served as identification papers. This is for a person by the name of
Morgenstern. It was issued in 1908 and is quite interesting.
$40.00
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10-539 XJW PRUSSIAN ENLISTED
MAN'S SOLDBUCH.
This is a rather odd soldbuch.
This man entered the army in 1916. He was assigned to an
Ersatz artillery unit. It actually seems that he may have
been assigned to a Flak unit, although I cannot see that he
was assigned to an air unit. This would make for an
interesting little research project. $75.00 .....
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Veteran's Pipes, Patriotic Pipes,
Smoking Accessories, etc.
10-616
CHRISTMAS PIPE AND FRAMED DOCUMENT - KRONPRINZ WILHELM.
Early during the Great War, Kronprinz Wilhelm commonly offered a Christmas
gift to the soldiers under his command. In the past, we have sold part
of this gift. What we offered was a pipe’s head that depicted a
colored-likeness of the Kronprinz, wearing his death’s-head Husaren Attila and visor cap. On the back of the pipe was "5. Armee Weihnachten 1914." I have offered perhaps two or three of these pipe heads.
Today we are offering the complete pipe, in the long style that German
veterans purchased after the war, to display in which regiment they had
served. The pipe has two sections. The lower half is where the pipe head is
attached. This measures 27" in length. The other piece is some 6 ½" long and
attaches to the top, containing the mouthpiece. A problem exists in that an
attachment piece (it would have been quite small) is missing. Thus,
currently the two primary pieces cannot be mated together. This is still fine
for display, as the two pieces can be laid together for this purpose. (If you
are enterprising, you may be able to figure a way to make it work)!
Even more interesting is the framed certificate, which accompanied the pipe
when it was initially given out by the Kronprinz. This certificate comes in a
period wooden frame. The frame measures 13 ½" x 7 ½." The certificate itself
measures 11 ½" x 7 ½." The message of the certificate is to the troops
spending Christmas in France. He writes that his grandfather, Friedrich
Wilhelm (later Kaiser Friedrich III), saluted his brave troops at Christmas
while they were also fighting the French. This is a very fine grouping that
will display beautifully.
$650.00
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10-756 1914 KRONPRINZ WILHELM’S CHRISTMAS GIFT - PIPE -
5. ARMEE SOLDIERS.
This is a wonderful p
ipe that was given
by Kronprinz Wilhelm to the men of the 5. Armee. They were under his
command for Christmas 1914. The pipe is fashioned like those that veterans
ordered after completing their two years of mandatory service. Its overall
length is 10 1/2" when the pipe is fully-assembled. The pipe’s tobacco bowl features
a color picture of the Kronprinz in a 1. Leib-Husaren-Regiment Nr 1
uniform. Its opposite side reads "5. Armee Weihnachten 1914." All the
parts for a complete pipe are present. It is a fine soldier’s memento from the
5. Armee during WW I’s first Christmas.
$395.00
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10-757 1915 KRONPRINZ WILHELM’S CHRISTMAS GIFT - TOBACCO POUCH -
5. ARMEE
SOLDIERS.
This
is a leather pouch given to the
men of the 5. Armee for Christmas 1915. The 5. Armee’s commander
was Kronprinz Wilhelm, Kaiser Wilhelm II’s eldest son. The pouch is brown
leather. Drawstrings at the top secure the pouch’s contents. The drawstrings are
Germany’s national colors (black, red and white). One side of the pouch features
Kronprinz Wilhelm’s crowned cypher ("W"). The pouch’s other side
displays, embossed on the leather, "5. Armee Weihnachten 1915."
$250.00
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10-680 WALRUS TUSK CIGAR CUTTER. This piece is a perfect example of the
cigar cutter as objet d’art. It is created from a curved, ivory walrus
tusk measuring 9 1/2" in length and 1 1/2" in diameter. Walrus ivory was highly-prized
in Germany. Along with elephant ivory, it was used in the fine grips seen on
naval officer’s daggers and swords during the
Imperial Period. At the top of the tusk a fine mechanism has been affixed. A
fine silver, or German-silver band has been engraved as a gift from one friend
to another, saying "Carl Müller s/l Freund Paul Krebs 5 May 1926." The
actual cutting mechanism is on the band. It is a bit stiff, but it operates
well. Perhaps a bit more use and oiling with WD 40 will loosen it up a
bit. I am going to use this example until one of you claims it. It is a
great way to enjoy your cigars as a gentleman did more than eighty years ago!
$695.00
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10-681 TWO-POINT STAGHORN CIGAR CUTTER. Not only was cigar smoking a
tradition in Germany, so was hunting. Even today, German hunters take their
sport very seriously. Hunters took great pride in their accomplishments.
Stags’ horns were routinely mounted and displayed on walls. A small number of
these horns were used in making high-quality cigar cutters. Our example is a
two-point staghorn. It measures about 9 1/4" in length, and 3 3/4" in diameter. Fitted
atop the horn is a fine cigar cutter from Solingen. The example operates
smoothly. It will give you much enjoyment as you smoke your fine cigars.
$375.00
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10-682 ONE-POINT STAGHORN CIGAR CUTTER. Not only was cigar smoking a
tradition in Germany, so was hunting. Even today, German hunters take their
sport very seriously. Hunters took great pride in their accomplishments.
Stags’ horns were routinely mounted and displayed on walls. A small number of
these horns were used in making high-quality cigar cutters. Our example is a
one-point staghorn. It measures about 8 1/4" in length, and 1 1/2" in diameter. Fitted
atop the horn is a fine cigar cutter from Solingen. The example operates
smoothly. It will give you much enjoyment as you smoke your fine cigars.
$275.00
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10-704 ENLISTED MAN’S VETERAN’S PIPEHEAD -
HUSAREN-REGIMENT Nr 17 - BRAUNSCHWEIG.
This is a gorgeous ceramic enlisted veteran’s pipehead from Braunschweig’s
famed Husaren Regiment Nr 17, 1st Squadron. Its
metal lid is fashioned as a replica of the regiment’s famous busby. It is
painted black, with the red kolpak indicated on the top and side. Its chin
scales, bandeau (reading Mit Gott F. Koenig U. Vaterland), and Totenkopf are gilt-toned brass. The lid is attached by a hinge and
latches securely with a closing pin beneath the Totenkopf. The pipehead’s front features a hand painted picture of a mounted, busby-wearing
Hussar, complete with lance and sword. The owner’s name is written beneath
the painting, "Resv. Fürste." Both are surrounded by a raised ceramic wreath of oak
leaves and acorns hand painted in greens, yellows, brown and gold tops for
the acorns. The wreath is joined together at its base by a ribbon in
Braunschweig’s blue and yellow colors. The pipehead’s reverse is decorated
with another small painting of a mutze-wearing Hussar who appears to be
lounging on a jail room couch, with rats scampering over him. A humorous
verse is written below him. The pipe maker’s named is written on the
pipestem. This lovely piece would make a great display item.
$895.00
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10-699 KAISER WILHELM II PIPEHEAD.
This is an interesting patriotic pipehead featuring a full-color likeness of
Kaiser Wilhelm II. It measures 6" in length, and has an open bowl. The
Kaiser’s likeness is striking. He is in the center of a wreath of
high-relief oak leaves. It is very colorful, with vibrant colors. It
probably is hand painted.
$225.00
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10-727 VETERAN’S PIPE HEAD - ARTILLERIE-REGIMENT.
This is a pipe head that was once attached to a large veteran’s memorial pipe.
It is made of porcelain. Its overall length is 4 1/2." It sports a decal that
depicts several pickelhauben-wearing soldiers standing around a cannon. A
patriotic phrase floats above the soldiers’ heads. The pipe head has a metal
top that flips open, allowing tobacco to be placed in the pipe. An accessory
at the pipe head’s bottom attaches to the rest of the pipe’s tubing, so the
smoker can puff his heart out. It is in very good condition.
$175.00
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10-700 KÖNIG LUDWIG II - BAVARIA
PIPEHEAD. This pipehead depicts König Ludwig II (Mad Ludwig)
of Bavaria. He was an interesting and tragic figure who died under
mysterious conditions. The castle at Neuschwanstein was built at his
direction, as well as two other famed castles that nearly bankrupted the
Bavarian government. The pipehead is in full color. It shows the King when
he was young. It has a metal lid at the top. The pipehead measures 4 3/4" in
length. $225.00
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10-497 1870 IRON CROSS 2nd
CLASS PIPE HEAD. Smoking pipes in
Germany was an art form. Some of the fanciest pipes that you
can imagine were produced for use by the civilian population,
and by veterans who wanted to express their pride in their
military service. The pipe head is more commonly seen and is
small enough to be a pleasing addition to any collection.
This very fine example features an 1870 Iron Cross on a
ribbon. There is no metal cap. Down on the stem we see the
numbers "30/171,"
which means it was a part of a limited edition! These pipe
heads were made of porcelain. This example is finely done
with a gold trim on the top. This item is really in wonderful
condition. $295.00
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10-562 PATRIOTIC IRON
CROSS CIGAR HOLDER. This fiber-based
patriotic cigar holder measures 5 5/8" x 5 5/8." A
large 1914 Iron Cross is embossed in black on the obverse. It
is trimmed in leather. A flap on the reverse allows entry to
the interior where the cigars would have been stored. This
item is MINT. $95.00. . .
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10-598
FIELD STATIONERY PORTFOLIO. This is a small folio that measures 4 ½" x 8
1/4," and held a soldier’s stationery. Printed on the front are two 1914
Iron Crosses along with the word Ondo-Feldschreibmappe (Ondo-Field-Portfolio,
Ondo probably being the maker). On the reverse is a wonderful crowned
Hohenzollern Eagle. Below the eagle is a snap closure that secured the
contents. On the inside is a map, with no indication for which year it was
intended. It is in excellent condition. It would be a great item for a
soldier-display.
$40.00
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Dogtags
10-752 DOGTAG - LANDWEHR-INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 76 (HAMBURG) -
PRUSSIA.
This is a dogtag from Reserve-Infanterie-Regiment Nr 76. The regiment was based in Hamburg.
The oval dogtag measures 1 1/4" x 2." Engraved on it is "Ldw. JR 76."
Below that is "100," and below that is "96."
It has double
holes drilled through it where a string could be run through, then worn
around the soldier’s neck.
$75.00
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Watches & Watch
Fobs
10-737
1914 IRON CROSS WATCH FOB. This is a very fine 1914 Iron Cross watch fob.
The suspension device is made of fine red and white enamel. The watch’s swivel
is attached to it. The ribbon is made of black silk. The other end features a
red enameled attachment for the Iron Cross. The Iron Cross is enameled in black,
gold and white. A “W” is engraved on its reverse.
$195.00
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10-738
WATCH FOB - HAPSBURG TWO-HEADED EAGLE. This is a watch fob that sports a
circular medallion, measuring 1 1/4” in diameter, at one end. The obverse
displays the Central Powers’ (Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, and Turkey) four heads
of state. The medallion’s reverse features a large caliber cannon and the dates
1914-17. At the fob’s opposite end is an attachment for the watch. Its ribbon is
black and yellow silk, Austria’s national colors. The House of Habsburg’s silver
two-headed Eagle is attached to the ribbon. This is a superior-quality item.
$195.00
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10-662
WATCH FOB.
This is a watch fob made from an
interesting three-Mark coin. The coin is dated 1913 on its obverse, along
with an image of a German Eagle battling a snake. The coin’s reverse shows a
number of soldiers cheering their Kaiser. The coin measures 1 1/4" in
diameter. It is attached to a frame through which a black ribbon runs. It is
in good condition.
$225.00
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10-753
WATCH FOB - FULL-SIZED DECORATIONS - VETERAN’S MEDALS.
This is a rather interesting veteran’s watch fob that includes four,
full-sized decorations. The fob’s top sports an interesting device. In some
ways it has the look of a sword’s pommel, or perhaps one for a saddle. It
appears it was made of "German Silver" (nickel). It boasts a lovely patina
from not having been cleaned in decades. Extending down from the silver
device is a length of silk ribbon that measures 3" x 1/2." This displays
Germany’s national colors (red, black, and white). At the base, where the
watch normally attaches, are four decorations/veteran’s medals. They
include,
*The 1870 Combatant’s Medal from the Franco-Prussian War. It is a
first-issue example, which displays written information on its edge
confirming that the decoration was made from captured French
cannons. It measures 1 1/8" in diameter.
*The Friedrich August Medal from Saxony. It measures 1" in
diameter.
*A Veterans Medal that features Saxony’s König Friedrich August
III in profile on the obverse. The reverse displays various military
items in its center. Around them is the motto, "Mit Gott Für
Kaiser, Fürst Und Vaterland." It measures 1" in diameter.
*A medal that commemorates Otto von Bismarck’s 70th
birthday. The obverse displays von Bismarck in profile, wearing a
pickelhaube. It also says "Otto Fürst von Bismarck." The
reverse has the date 1885 at the top, along with von
Bismarck’s coat-of-arms. More information, and mention of his 70th
birthday, is included.
It is a captivating fob that will display well in any sort of display.
$195.00
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39-32 XJB WORLD WAR I -
PERIOD WRISTWATCH - OMEGA. This is a
consignment item. This is a WW I -era Omega wristwatch. The wristwatch
was a recent development during WW I. Pocket watches were far more common.
With the more active lives (!) led by military officers, it was vital to have
an accurate timepiece that reflected at the Front, and even in the trenches.
This watch was produced by Omega which was and is a well-known Swiss
firm. The watch was created for the German market. It was absolutely
top-of-the-line for the period. Look into the watch’s interior and you will
actually see German silver hallmarkings, etc. This was a highly accurate and,
for its time, a very expensive watch. It comes with a leather band that could
be worn today, if you so desire.
$1,695.00
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Miscellaneous
10-749 CASED DISPLAY -
JÄGER zu PFERDE TIN SOLDIERS.
Tin soldiers were very popular among Imperial German Period children. Today
we are offering an amazing group of tin soldiers from the 1890 to 1914
period. They come in a special glass case in which they are handsomely
displayed. The soldiers are from the Regiment Königsjäger zu Pferde Nr 1.
(Their name is displayed at the case’s front on a small plaque, which measures 1" x 2
3/4.") This was the first of the Jäger zu Pferde-Regiments created in
1901. The regiment carries the "Wilhelm Rex" cypher on their shoulder
boards and straps. A total of thirteen Jäger zu Pferde-Regiments was
created between 1901 and 1913. It is interesting to note that these cavalry
regiments wore metal helmets with long back visors, which were also worn by
the Küraßier-Regiments, including the ultra-elite Regiment der
Garde du Corps and the Garde-Reiter-Regiment. The case itself measures 16 1/4" x 4" x 5 1/2." Three sides of the case are
covered in red leatherette. The case’s front and top are glass. The front
slides up and out of the case, if you need to reposition the soldiers
slightly after they are shipped to you. [We
will carefully pack it with extra bubble wrap around the soldiers. They are
glued down, but we had to reposition them a bit after they arrived from
Germany. We only caution, be gentle as you do so, as they are old. Too much
pressure may make their glue soften]. ALL the soldiers in the display are mounted, as one expects of a cavalry
regiment. The tin soldiers have two officers at the squadron’s head. Behind
the officers is another officer/NCO, who escorts the soldier carrying the
regimental flag. Behind these men are two lines of troopers. A total of
thirteen men is in each of the two lines, making a total of THIRTY men on
display. Each trooper in the two rear lines carries a flag on a lance. It is a splendid exhibition of the elite regiment.
[Special shipping will be required for
this item at a higher cost than our normal shipping, to ensure that it
receives the packing it deserves to reach your home safely].
$695.00
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10-702 1920'S M. HOHNER HARMONICA - ORIGINAL BOX
AND INFORMATION.
The German firm M. Hohner
is known as the premier harmonica manufacturer. The firm was founded in
1857. It had early ties to the U. S. market, where their products were very
popular. While I do not know if he used a Hohner, President Abraham
Lincoln frequently carried a harmonica with him. Today we are offering a
near-mint example from the 1920's. The harmonica measures 5 3/4" x 1
1/4." One side
features the various medals and prizes won by the firm from 1871 to 1907.
The opposite side has engraved in German Fraktur, "Wenn wir
marschieren (When we March) M. Hohner." The harmonica is in very good
condition. The wooden portions of the reed all look good to me.
The instrument is housed in a presentation box that measures 6 1/4" x 1
1/2." The
carton’s exterior shows German soldiers marching with the same slogan, "Wenn
wir marschieren." The box’s bottom displays the name of the Hannover
distributor who sold this example, as well as the original price, 2.60
RM. Inside the box are the dates 1926 and 1927 from
Frankfurt and Philadelphia. Folded up inside the carton is a color brochure
or packing paper. It shows various types of people using the product, as
well as pricing for the firm’s other products. It is a marvelous piece of
history.
$550.00
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10-675
SOLDIER’S RING - FÜSILIER-REGIMENT Nr 36 - PRUSSIA.
This is a ring
for a soldier who served in Füsilier-Regiment Generalfeldmarschall Graf
Blumenthal (Magdeburgisches) Nr 36. This regiment was founded in 1815. The
ring has a shoulder strap in the center which has light blue enamel and the
regiment number in red in the center of the strap. To the left and right of
the strap there is an intricate setting of leaves and I also see a sword.
(Melissa, please look at this item and the description and see if you can
punch it up). On the band which is on either side of the strap we see 1914 and
1917, the years that this soldier had served to date in this regiment. So this
is most likely a war time ring unless he was wounded and invalided out of the
army. This ring is very attractive and is a size 10.
$95.00
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10-721 OFFICER’S GIFT - STAR FORM - 1864.
During the Imperial German Period, gifts from one officer
to another were quite common as an expression of friendship. Also, sometimes
loyal enlisted men or NCO’s presented a gift to an officer. The latter were a
bit more uncommon than the officer-to-officer gift. This gift is in the shape
of a six-pointed star. It is quite ornate, with an equal number of lance-like
designs among the points. The object measures 2 1/2" x 2 1/2." On one side it appears
the area could have accommodated a photo. This area measures 1 1/8" in diameter.
The other side features engraving to the officer, the date 1864, and
the engraved names of the NCO’s who presented the gift to the officer.
$250.00
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10-724 PATRIOTIC GERMAN/AUSTRIAN CHANGE PURSE.
This is a patriotic change purse. It features multicolored beads sewn onto
both its obverse and reverse, representing the German and Austrian national
flags. A crown appears between them. It is a charming little patriotic item.
It would make a great display, or if you prefer, you could use it as it was
intended.
$95.00
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10-754 SILK PATCH - AUSTRIA. This is a silk patch that comes from
Austria. I do not know its exact use. It does, however, feature the crowned,
two-headed, Hapsburg Eagle in yellow against a black field. It is quite
attractive and measures 4 1/2" x 4."
$95.00
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10-763 TERRAIN MAP - GREATER-BERLIN AREA - PRE-1918.
This is a terrain map of the greater-Berlin area. It shows Berlin and its
surrounding suburbs. It is prepared in the same format in which military
maps were constructed. When folded, the map measures 5 3/4" x 7." When unfolded,
we see sixteen sections of the map, each of which measures 5 1/2" x 6
3/4." These
sections are then affixed to a backing (it is what folds up). Preparing the
map in this fashion keeps it from tearing. As a terrain map, it shows
varying parts of Berlin’s heights. This captivating map shows what Berlin
looked like prior to 1918.
$95.00
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10-714 LARGE CANVAS PATRIOTIC TOBACCO POUCH SALUTING GERMANY AND TURKEY.
This is a fascinating patriotic piece. It is a heavy, gray canvas pouch
measuring 8" at its longest point, 4 ½" at the opening, and 6" at its widest
point. It is shaped roughly like a shield. Its color could be considered
feldgrau. Its front is decorated with the embroidered national flags of
Turkey and Imperial Germany, joined together by an embroidered green, leafed
spiral. A tassel of red, black and white thread dangles from the bottom of the
pouch. The pouch’s top is threaded together with a twisted cord of red, white
and black. The cord is inserted through twelve eyelets in the top of the
pouch. Each eyelet is protected by a metal grommet. The pouch may have been
designed to hold tobacco, although it appears NOT to have stored any inside
it. It is in very good condition, except for a small moth nip on the upper
left front and a bit of tracking. It looks as though it was used more for
display than to store or hold any substance. It is a lovely item.
$175.00
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10-731 SOLDIER’S WALLET - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 31 - PRUSSIA.
This is a brown soldier’s
wallet, measuring 5 3/4" x 7 3/4," from Infanterie-Regiment Graf Bose (1.
Thüringisches) Nr
31. A WW I soldier carried his money, documents, photos, etc. in
it. It is expandable, with multiple pockets for any of the soldier’s
personal items. When fully opened it measures 10 1/2" x 7 3/4." Embossed in
gold on its inside is the following inscription:
"Zur Erinnerung
an
E./L. I.R. 31
Kriegsjahr 1914-1917."
Overall, the wallet is in very good condition, although one can clearly
see that it was used. I hope its owner survived the war to return to his
family and civilian life.
$225.00
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10-666
STEREOPTICON WITH SEVEN PHOTOGRAPHS. This is
a stereopticon from the WW I period. It allows viewers to see special
photos in a "stereo" mode. This set consists of the special stereo holder and
seven of the special photos. It is a fun period-example of "high tech."
$225.00
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10-701 TRENCH ART
ARTILLERY SHELL VASE.
Artillery shells that had been converted from their original use to vases were
quite popular in Germany. Our example stands 9" tall. It measures 3 1/4" in
diameter at the lip, and 3 1/2" in diameter at the base. A flower complete
with petals, leaves, and stem has been hand-fashioned on one side.
Arsenal markings appear at the casing’s base. The shell was produced in
November 1917.
$95.00
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10-745
TRENCH ART FRAME.
This is a small trench art frame that I find most
touching. It has a rounded top and measures 3" x 2." It has two small feet
and a design is etched into the frame’s obverse. The photo has a glass
cover. The area for photo display measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/8." A simple modern
day piece of cardboard on the reverse acts as an easel.
$95.00
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10-746 BRASS CONTAINER.
I have played with
this item for a while, and I still do not know its exact purpose! It is a
brass container that could have held any number of items. It even could have
been used as a drinking cup. Only your imagination will limit the uses you
can find for it. It measures 1 1/2" tall, 1 3/4" in diameter at one end, and
2" in diameter at the other. Either end can be opened for use. Have fun with
it!
$75.00
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10-718 XWH 1914 CALENDAR ISSUED UNDER AUSPICES BAVARIAN
POLICE OFFICIALS.
This is a consignment item. It
is for the year 1914. It also was issued by
the Polizeibeamte Bayern in 1914. It has a snap closure that reveals
the interior of the calendar when released. It contains a lot of
advertising for a number of banks and firms. After the advertisements comes a
fine photo of König Ludwig III of Bavaria.
Following that is a day-by-day calendar for the year 1914. It has not been
used. Following that the calendar is a lot of other information about the
Police Officials unit. I think you will find the booklet quite interesting. It
is loaded with facts and details that you can research. It even has a pencil
attached inside. It shows some wear, but remains very similar to what it
looked like in 1914 when the police official purchased it.
$95.00
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10-621
POCKET WATCH WITH PATRIOTIC WATCH CHAIN - PRESENTATION CASE.
This is an ornate presentation of a pocket watch from the Great War Era. The
watch has a twenty-four-hour face with a second hand. The case is
silver-toned. The watch measures 2" in diameter. The watch operates only
sporadically, for a few seconds at a time. Perhaps a watchmaker could do
something to return the watch to a fully functional basis. Attached to the
watch is an interesting, patriotic, watch chain. Interspersed with the regular
links of the chain are three other special links. Two are for the 1916 "Gold
for Iron" program, while the other mentions "The Iron Time." The watch and
chain are housed in a deluxe presentation case made of black leatherette. It
measures 4 1/2" x 4 1/2." Inside the case is a special area where the watch is
housed. The chain is laid in a special compartment right above it.
$450.00
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10-644
XJB IMPERIAL GERMAN-ERA WRISTWATCH.
This is a
consignment item. It is a very fine Imperial German-era wristwatch.
Wristwatches were just coming into fashion, and slowly replacing pocket
watches. If you look closely at this example, it is a combination of the two
watch styles. Two brackets are added to the watch’s top and bottom, where the
strap is attached. The stem is at the right side, rather than the top. Catches
are located, however, where the case’s front and back can be opened like a
pocket watch. The watch movement is Swiss-made but German hallmarks can be
seen on the case. The dial measures 1" in diameter. It has distinctive
markers.
I have wound the watch and it runs. As always with an older timepiece, I
recommend a good cleaning by a qualified watchmaker. These watches became
increasingly popular as WW I progressed. It has a vintage-style, replacement
pigskin band. It is very handsome, with a great look.
$450.00
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10-674
WATCH CHAIN - GOLD FOR IRON.
During the
great War, a patriotic program was born where German citizens donated valuable
items made mostly of gold to help pay for the war effort. This plan was known
as "Gold for Iron" and there numerous items that were given to the people who
gave up their gold. Today we offer a very nice watch chain that measures 18"
in length. Within the links of the chain there are two medallions. The first
refers to the "Gold for Iron" program along with the date 1916. The second
medallion shows a Hohenzollern Eagle on both sides. All the connectors are
present on this watch chain and you may use it on your pocket watch.
$75.00
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10-608 KAISERMANÖVER MAP - 1907.
This is a map
for the 1907 Kaisermanöver. The Kaiser Maneuvers were the German Army’s
annual war games and parades. They were presided over by the Kaiser. Most of
Germany’s royalty and nobility participated in them in some fashion. Folded
up, the map measures 9 1/2" x 6," and when fully
unfolded, it measures 37" x 24 1/2." The map is quite
detailed. It shows the areas that were used for this occasion. When the map is
fully opened, although the map has separated, it is complete. It has separated
into three different pieces.
$125.00
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10-735 DIENST FERNGLAS BINOCULARS.
This is a pair of officer’s style binoculars.
They are known as Dienst Fernglas
and date from the period circa 1900 to 1910. They are made of brass, with a
leather-like covering. This covering is 90% still present. The binoculars have
no markings that I can detect. The optics are just fine, however, a strap that
would allow the user to wear them around his neck is missing.
$195.00
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10-604
1916 KRIEGS-SOAP IN CONTAINER.
We are pleased to bring you yet another
unusual patriotic item. It is a bar of Kriegs-soap. I imagine it was used at
the Front by soldiers taking a quick bath or shave from their helmets, or by
the patriotic Germans back home. The bar measures 1 1/2"
x 2 1/2." It is unused, as the imprint of the
manufacturer, "Kriegs-Seife 1916 F. Wolff & Sohn," is still extant. The
soap bar rests in a plastic box half that I do not believe is original to the
soap. This is an interesting and unusual item.
$75.00
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10-602
FIELD SHAVING MIRROR.
This is a circular mirror that might well have been used
by a soldier shaving at the front. The mirror is 3 1/4" in diameter. It is
colorful, with patriotic sayings. It is a fine item for a soldier’s display.
$90.00
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10-732 PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MAN’S BRASS BELT BUCKLE - MATCH SAFE.
This is a classic, trench art match safe. It measures 2 1/2" x 1 1/2" x
3/4." The match safe was created primarily from a prewar Prussian enlisted
man’s belt buckle. Its center is undented, which makes it an excellent
example. It has a period matchbox in place. Even a striking surface has been
added. It is a winsome little reminder of a bygone era.
$85.00
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10-734 BRASS TRENCH ART LIGHTER - BOOK-SHAPED.
This is a soldier’s lighter for use in the trenches. It is another example
of trench art. It is in the shape of a book, measuring 2 3/4" x 1 1/2" x
1/2." The interior swings open, revealing the lighter. The lighter displays
quite attractively. It would make a fine addition to a display of items that
a soldier would have owned in the trenches. I do not believe the lighter
operates.
$75.00
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10-532 CARTRIDGE BOX
PLATE FOR AN ARTILLERY REGIMENT.
This brass plate would have been attached to the front of a
cartridge box of a man assigned to an artillery regiment.
This would date from about 1890-1910.
The detail and quality of this is quite high. $195.00.
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10-509 PEN KNIFE MADE
FROM A DEACTIVATED BULLET. This is
one of the most unusual items of "Trench
Art" I have found. It is a bullet,
complete with shell casing and lead round. First, the bullet
has been activated. Second, the lead portion of the bullet
has been highly modified. The side of the copper shell casing
has also been modified. A notch has been cut in and a lever
has been installed in the shell casing. A small blade similar
to that of a pocket knife also has been installed in the
casing. When the lever is moved from the locked to the
unlocked position in the shell casing, the blade pops up out
of the bullet, producing a perfectly serviceable pen knife.
The first time you activate the slide, it startles you. It is
almost like using a switch blade! $95.00.
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10-619
SMALL PERSONAL DIARY - WW I. This is a small personal diary from the WW I
Era. Only a few of its pages have been used, most of it is empty. The book
measures 6" x 5 1/4." It features a 1914 Iron Cross in its corner. It appears
that the entries are about a family’s genealogy going back to 1794. The book
is in very fine condition. It would be excellent for display purposes.
$95.00
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10-554 PATRIOTIC BANK
NOTE HOLDER. This is a terrific
patriotic bank note holder. It measures 5 7/8" x
4." Embossed on the outer cover are an Iron Cross and
the dates 1914 and 1915.
The name of a woman’s group in Harz that distributed
these pieces to interested people is also included. These
could have been used either as gifts for soldiers, or as
support for war aide or soldiers’ aide. Inside are two
places where one could secure bank notes, papers, or photos.
The woman’s group distributing the holder has its name
displayed again on the inside. This is a lovely patriotic
piece that can be used daily, or as part of a display. $75.00. . .
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10-658 OFFICER
PHOTOGRAPH AND DEATH NOTICES.
This is a mini
grouping and photograph for an officer who died in 1929. The officer was a
retired Major (Major a. D.) by the name of Kurt Walter. I believe he was a
member of a Garde-Grenadier-Regiment or Garde-Füßilier-Regiment.
He was awarded the Knight’s Cross with Swords of the Hohenzollern House
Order, along with the 1914 Iron Crosses 1st and 2nd
Class. He was also awarded the Military Merit Cross 3rd Class
from Austria. The large-format photograph measures 4 1/4" x 6 1/2." It shows
troops in the field, with four young officers in the foreground. I believe
that Walter is the second officer on the right, the one with a canvas cover
over his pickelhaube. He died on 2 April 1929 in Göttingen.
$65.00
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10-736 LUDENDORFF SPENDE DOCUMENT. The Ludendorff Spende was a post WW I
organization. Ludendorff was the Chief of Staff to Generalfeldmarschall von
Hindenburg, in both the East and the West. This is a receipt for a donation by a
man who served in the Ersatz Battalion of the Garde-Schutzen-Regiment. It
measures 3 1/2” x 5 1/2,” and is in very fine condition.
$40.00
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10-659 SOLDIER
DEATH NOTICE. This is a death notice for a
veteran of WW I by the name of Georg Möller. He died on 4 September 1922. An Iron Cross is at the top of the death notice.
$5.00
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17-51 COMPLETE SET
(1914-1918) OF KARL GÖTZ WEIHNACHTEN (CHRISTMAS) MEDALLIONS.
Karl Götz was one of the leading sculptors of the Imperial
German period and beyond. He specialized in producing Table
Medals and Medallions relating to the Great War and his work
is very much prized. I was delighted to be able to acquire a
complete set (5 ) of the medallions which Götz released for
every year of the war. While there were actually only four
Christmas during the Great War he had produced one for 1918
in anticipation of another holiday. Of course as we all know
today the war ended in November 1918 a full six weeks before
Christmas. These medallions are bronze toned and about 2mm in
diameter or about the size of a U.S. Nickel. Each has a
different obverse along with the initials "K. G."
for Karl Götz. The reverse of each one bears the date, the
legend "Christmas In the Field", and a bough of
holly with a candle. They are all in excellent condition and
represent an example of art of the period that ties in with a
patriotic theme. $595.00
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10-557 ARMY DRUM HANGER.
This is a complete drum hanger for an army snare drum. It has
the leather loop which would have attached to the
drummer’s belt. Hanging from that is the hanger itself,
which features a crowned eagle. Its talons are actually the
attachments from which the drum is hung. The hanger is made
of brass. The entire arrangement is in very fine condition. $95.00 . . .
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10-555 WALL PLAQUE FOR
THE DISSOLUTION OF HUSSAR
REGIMENT Nr 19.
This is rather interesting wall plaque appears to be for the
dissolution of a cavalry regiment. The plaque mentions
"Sächsischen Kavallerie 3. Gchw. Reiter-Regiment
Dresden," which was formally known
as Husaren-Regiment Nr 19.
The plaque, which measures 8 1/4" x 5 ½," is made
of wood. In addition to a metal marker (dated 14
May 1935), a replica 1914 Iron Cross and
a horseshoe are fastened to the plaque. The horseshoe makes
perfect sense when thinking of a cavalry regiment. Also, as
in the USA, a horseshoe is a good luck charm for Germans. It
is a lovely cavalry item to display on your wall, already
complete with its own hanger. $175.00 .. .
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10-652
RED CROSS WORKER ARMBAND - HANNOVER. This is a
Red Cross Worker’s armband. The armband measures 16" x 4 3/4." It is unissued,
but has some water staining all across it. Two stamps on the arm band depict a
Hohenzollern Eagle and mention the Red Cross in Hannover. In the armband’s
center is a large red cross, measuring 4 3/4" x 4 3/4."
$225.00
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10-578 RED CROSS ARM
BAND. This is a cotton arm band that
was worn by men who served in Red Cross units. The basic arm
band is white and has a large red cross in the center. It is
14 ½" long. Around the red cross we see in black "Deutsches
Rotes Kruez." It is in excellent
condition. It would look good on a tunic or displayed on its
own. $150.00
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10-667
CHANGE PURSE - INFANTRIE-REGIMENT Nr 136.
This is an interesting change purse from 4. Lothringisches
Infantrie-Regiment Nr 136. This was a Prussian regiment that was raised in
1887. It was garrisoned in Straßburg i.E., where it was assigned to the XV.
Armeekorps. The leather change purse measures 2 1/2"
x 3 3/4" x 3/4." The front of it displays NCO’s
kokarden, the man’s initials ("AN"), and the regiment’s number. Once
the latch is swung away, the purse is opened. It has three small compartments
where change, paper money, or other items could be stored. It is an attractive
personality item that can be added to a display of other items, or shown on
its own. $95.00
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10-668 CURRENCY ALBUM - IMPERIAL GERMAN AND WEIMAR REPUBLIC PERIODS.
This is an album measuring 5 3/4" x 9
1/2." It contains fifteen different types and
denominations of currency from the Imperial and Weimar Periods. The notes date
from 1914 to 1917 during the Imperial Period, and 1919 to 1923 during the
Weimar Period. The Imperial notes range from one to five Marks, while the
Weimar notes range from ten to five million Marks. While five million
Mark-notes seem like a lot, when inflation increased the Germans were printing
notes in the BILLIONS! [We also direct you to our FIELDGEAR MERCHANDISE PAGE,
(click here to see) where we offer other currency denominations that you can
add to this album]. This is a fine piece of history.
$135.00
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10-591 1000 MARK NOTES.
I am happy to announce we have a fresh supply of Imperial 1,000 Mark
notes available once again. This was the largest denomination of currency
offered during the Imperial Period. I would like to point out that GOLD coins
were offered in 10 and 20 Mark denominations. This gives you a
sense of how much money was involved. These are from the series of 1910 and
are oversized. All are in excellent condition and show little use. We can
offer a discount on these if they are purchased in quantity.
$15.00
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10-764 TWENTY MARK REICHSBANK NOTE - SERIES 7 FEBRUARY 1908.
This is a Twenty-Mark Banknote issued by the Reichsbank. It is from the
series of 7 February 1908. It measures 3 1/2" x 5 1/4." During the Imperial
German Period, twenty marks was a sizeable amount. Twenty marks was issued
both as a gold coin and as paper currency. The obverse features red, black and black
printing. Each note displays a serial number,
which is printed in two places, as well as the several bank officials’
signatures. The reverse also has the serial number noted twice, along with a
large "20." We have several of these. You may mix and match dates as
you please. The notes have been circulated and are in various conditions.
Buy one at $6.00
or three at
$15.00
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10-765 TWENTY MARK REICHSBANK NOTE - SERIES 21 APRIL 1910.
This is a Twenty-Mark Banknote issued by the Reichsbank. It is from the
series of 21 April 1910. It measures3 1/2" x 5 1/4." During the Imperial
German Period, twenty marks was a sizeable amount. Twenty marks was issued
both as a gold coin and as paper currency. The obverse features red, black and black
printing. Each note displays a serial number,
which is printed in two places, as well as the several bank officials’
signatures. The reverse also has the serial number noted twice, along with a
large "20." We have several of these. You may mix and match dates as
you please. The notes have been circulated and are in various conditions.
Buy one at $6.00
or three at
$15.00
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10-766 TWENTY MARK REICHSBANK NOTE - SERIES 19 FEBRUARY 1914.
This is a Twenty-Mark Banknote issued by the Reichsbank. It is from the
series of 19 February 1914. It measures 3 1/2" x 5 1/4." During the Imperial
German Period, twenty marks was a sizeable amount. Twenty marks was issued
both as a gold coin and as paper currency. The obverse features red, black and black
printing. Each note displays a serial number,
which is printed in two places, as well as the several bank officials’
signatures. The reverse also has the serial number noted twice, along with a
large "20." We have several of these. You may mix and match dates as
you please. The notes have been circulated and are in various conditions. Buy one at $6.00
or three at
$15.00
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10-761
TWO-KORNA BANK NOTE - HUNGARY.
This is a Two-Korna bank note from Hungary, part of the Austro-Hungarian
Empire. The note measures 3 1/4" x 4 3/4." It is dated March 1917 and printed in black
and red. It is in very poor condition.
$1.00
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10-762
ONE-KORNA BANK NOTE - HUNGARY.
This is a One-Korna bank note from Hungary, a part of the
Austro-Hungarian Empire. The note measures 2 3/4" x 4 6/16." It is dated December 1918.
It was done right after WW I’s end, and is printed in black and red. It is in
very poor condition.
$1.00
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Official Governmental
Document Stamps
-
Principality of Schaumburg-Lippe & Other States
Buy any three or more
of these stamps and receive a 40% discount!!
10-742 OLD OFFICIAL DOCUMENT STAMP -
MAGDEBURG. This is an official document stamp from
Magdeburg.
The stamp measures 1 6/16" in diameter. It is red in color. A Prussian Eagle
is in the center. Around the edge of the stamp it reads "Königl. Fortification zu Magdeburg."
$10.00
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10-624 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - DIENST SR.
HOCHFÜRSTL. DURCHL. V. REIGIERENDEN FÜRSTEN z. SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This
stamp is circular and measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light blue, with
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says
"Dienst Sr. Hochfürst. Durchl. V. Reigierenden Fürsten z. Schaumburg-Lippe." $10.00
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10-625 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - ADJUTANTUR St
DURCHL. D. FÜRSTEN. Z. SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular
and measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light red, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown
and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Dienst Sr. Hochfürst. Durchl.
V. Reigierenden Fürsten z. Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-626 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE -
Reigierenden St
DURCHL. D. FÜRSTEN. Z. SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light blue, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Dienst Sr. Hochfürstl. Durchl. V.
Reigierenden Fürsten z. Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-627 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - KAMMERHERR
IHR. HOHEIT DER FÜRSTEN. ZU SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular
and measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light blue, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown
and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Kammerherr Ihr. Hoheit Der
Fürsten Zu Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-628 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - I.H.D.D.
FÜRSTEN MUTTER Z. SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is black, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "I.H.D.D. Fürsten Mutter z.
Schaumburg-Lippe." $10.00
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here for more images)
10-637
OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTL SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE STAATSANWALTSCHAFT -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 11/2"
in diameter. It is blue and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms.
The interior of the stamp says "Fürstl. Schaumburg-Lippe Staatsanwaltschaft."
$10.00
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10-638
OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHE HOFKASSE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 11/2"
in diameter. It is light-brown and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Schaumburg-Lippische
Hofkasse."
$10.00
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10-639
OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHE LANDESKASSE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 11/2"
in diameter. It is red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms.
The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Schaumburg-Lippische Landeskasse."
$10.00
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10-640
OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHER SEMINAR-DIRECTOR -
STAATSANWALTSCHAFT - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 11/2" in diameter. It is brown and sports
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich
Schaumburg-Lippischer Seminar-Director."
$10.00
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10-641 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH LIPP. REGIERUNG -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE.
This stamp is circular and measures 11/2"
in diameter. It is red and yellow and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Lipp. Regierung."
$10.00
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10-629
OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - DIENST IHR HOHEIT DER FÜRSTEN ZU -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is black and sports
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says
"Dienst Ihr Hoheit der Fürsten Zu Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-685 OFFICIAL STAMP - CENTRAL VERWALTUNG IN VERÖCZE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular.
It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is dark blue, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown
and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Central Verwaltung in Veröcze
Fürstlich Schaumburg Lippe’sches."
$10.00
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10-686 OFFICIAL STAMP - CENTRAL VERWALTUNG IN VERÖCZE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular.
It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is dark red, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown
and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Central Verwaltung in Veröcze
Fürstlich Schaumburg Lippe’sches."
$10.00
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10-687 OFFICIAL STAMP - CENTRAL VERWALTUNG IN VERÖCZE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular.
It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is blue, with Schaumburg-Lippe's Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Central Verwaltung in Veröcze
Fürstlich Schaumburg Lippe’sches."
$10.00
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10-688 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - DES KREISES BÜCKENBURG
LANDRATH. This stamp is circular. It
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is red, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. It has a slight tear at the top. The stamp’s interior says
"Schaumburg-Lippe Des Kreises Bückenburg Landrath."
$6.00
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10-689 OFFICIAL STAMP - CENTRAL VERWALTUNG IN VERÖCZE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular.
It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is purple, with Schaumburg-Lippe's Crown
and Coat-of-Arms. It has a slight tear. The stamp’s interior says "Central
Verwaltung in Veröcze Fürstlich Schaumburg Lippe’sches."
$6.00
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10-690 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - LANDSRATHSAMT BÜCKENBURG
ARENSBURG. This stamp is circular. It
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is brown, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Schaumburg-Lippe Landsrathamt
Bückenburg Arensburg."
$10.00
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10-691 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - AMTSGERICHT BÜCKENBURG.
This stamp is circular. It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light brown,
with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says
"Schaumburg-Lippe Amtsgericht Bückenburg.
$10.00
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10-692 OFFICIAL STAMP - AMT BÜCKENBURG - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE.
This stamp is circular. It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is blue, with
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Amt
Bückenburg Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-693 OFFICIAL STAMP - AMT BÜCKENBURG - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE.
This stamp is circular. It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is red, with
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Amt
Bückenburg Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-695 OFFICIAL STAMP MAGISTRATE DER RESIDENZSTADT BÜCKENBURG.
This stamp is circular and measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is red, with
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. It has a small hole in it. The
stamp’s interior says "Magistrate der residenzstadt Bückenburg.
$6.00
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10-696 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH LIPPE
AMTSGERICHT LAGE -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is red, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Fürstlich Amtsgericht Lage."
$10.00
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10-697 OFFICIAL STAMP - Fürstliches Bade - Commissariat - Eilsen -
Schaumburg-Lippe. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is brown, with Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The stamp’s interior says "Fürstliches - Commissariat -
Eilsen." $10.00
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10-630
OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - DIENST IHR HOHEIT DER
FÜRSTEN ZU - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is light blue and sports
Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says
"Dienst Ihr Hoheit der Fürsten Zu Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-631
OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - LANDGERICHT FÜRSTL. -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1 ½" in diameter. It
is red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of
the stamp says "Landgericht Fürstl. Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-632
OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - STAATSANWALTSCHAFT -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1 ½" in diameter. It
is RED and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of
the stamp says "Staatsanwaltschaft Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-633
OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE - LANDGERICHT FÜRSTL. -
SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1 ½" in diameter. It
is red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms. The interior of
the stamp says "Landgericht Fürstl. Schaumburg-Lippe."
$10.00
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10-645 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE
LANDESREGIERUNG - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and
measures 1 1/2" in diameter. It is red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstllich Schaumburg-Lippe
Landesregierung." $10.00
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10-646 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHE
REGIERUNG - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1
1/2"
in diameter. It is light brown and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Schaumburg-Lippische
Regierung." $10.00
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10-647 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHE
MINISTERIUM - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1
1/2"
in diameter. It is red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and Coat-of-Arms.
The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Schaumburg-Lippische Ministerium."
$10.00
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10-648 OFFICIAL STAMP - FÜRSTLICH SCHAUMBURG-LIPPISCHER
CABINET - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is circular and measures 1
1/2" in
diameter. It is light red and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s Crown and
Coat-of-Arms. The interior of the stamp says "Fürstlich Schaumburg-Lippischer
Cabinet." There are two tears in the stamp. $5.00
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10-649 OFFICIAL STAMP - SCHAUMBURG-LIPPE. This stamp is
circular and measures 1 1/4" in diameter. It is blue and sports Schaumburg-Lippe’s
Crown and Coat-of-Arms. $10.00
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10-570 TWENTY MARK BANK
NOTE. This is a 20 Mark
Reichsbanknote in circulated condition. Up to this point 20
Marks had been produced both in paper form, and as a gold
coin. When the Great War began, the gold coins were phased
out because gold was needed for the war effort and could not
be spared for bank notes. This example was produced as a part
of the series of February 1914. $10.00.
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