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Wonderful selections await you!Your response to our POSTCARDS & PHOTOGRAPHS MERCHANDISE PAGES has been so positive that we have found it necessary to create more categories! Our photographs and postcards are now divided among FIVE Merchandise Pages. Click on one of the following desired links to go to the page of your choice:
Postcards Nr 38: Royalty & Nobility - All Countries;
Postcards Nr 40: Photo Albums, Original Photographs, and Cartes Des Viste
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Postcards Nr 42:Imperial German Air Service and All Aviation-Related;
Postcards Nr 43:Imperial German Armed Service and All Army-Related
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Special Section Postcards
Kronprinzessin Cecilie
38-2226 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
This postcard was produced in 1911. It boasts her reproduction signature below her image. It was mailed the same year. It has a small nip in the right bottom corner. $10.00
38-2227 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
This postcard was produced in 1914. It boasts her reproduction signature below her image. It was mailed the same year. $15.00
38-2228 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
This postcard was produced in 1911. It boasts her reproduction signature below her image. $15.00
38-2229 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I. $15.00
38-2230 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I. $15.00
38-2231 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I. $15.00
38-2233 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
This postcard shows her mounted on a horse, a popular pastime among royals. $15.00
38-2234 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
She is seen here with a ladies’ group. $15.00
38-2235 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I. $15.00
38-2236 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE -DAUGHTER PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRINE. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard, which was for a charity group in 1916, she is seen with her only daughter Prinzessin Alexandrine (1915-1980). Below their image is a message and Cecilie’s reproduction signature. $15.00
38-2237 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - OLDEST SON PRINZ WILHELM. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I . . .
In this postcard she is seen with her eldest son, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940). Young Wilhelm served in the German Army early in WW II. In 1940 he was killed in action in France. $15.00
38-2238 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - OLDEST SON PRINZ WILHELM. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her eldest son, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940). Young Wilhelm served in the German Army early in WW II. In 1940 he was killed in action in France. The postcard was mailed in 1910. $15.00
38-2239 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE -OLDEST SON PRINZ WILHELM. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her eldest son, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940). Young Wilhelm served in the German Army early in WW II. In 1940 he was killed in action in France. Please note the young prince’s uniform, particularly the sleeve patch on his right arm. It is for the royal yacht, the S. M. Y. Hohenzollern. The postcard was mailed in 1908. It has a slight bend in the lower left corner. $12.00
38-2240 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - OLDEST SON PRINZ WILHELM. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her eldest son, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940). Young Wilhelm served in the German Army early in WW II. In 1940 he was killed in action in France. $15.00
38-2241 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE -YOUNGEST SON PRINZ FRIEDRICH. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her youngest son, Prinz Friedrich (1911-1966). $15.00
38-2242 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - YOUNGEST SON PRINZ WILHELM. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she appears with her youngest son Prinz Friedrich (1911-1966). $15.00
38-2243 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - TWO OLDEST SONS. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she appears with her two oldest sons, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940 and Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994). $15.00
38-2244 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - TWO OLDEST SONS. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her two oldest sons, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940 and Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994). $15.00
38-2245 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - TWO OLDEST SONS. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her two oldest sons, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940 and Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994). The postcard was mailed in 1913. $15.00
38-2246 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - TWO OLDEST SONS. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her two oldest sons, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940) and Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994). The two youngsters are wearing feldgrau uniforms complete with medal bars and a breast star. $15.00
38-2247 POSTCARD - KRONPRINZESSIN CECILIE - THREE OLDEST SONS. Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1886-1954) came from Mecklenburg-Schwerin’s royal house. Her father was Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III, and her mother was a Russian Grand Duchess from the Romanov Dynasty. Cecilie married Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951) in 1905. She bore him four sons and two daughters. She, along with her mother-in-law the Kaiserin, was one of Germany’s most-popular female royals, much like a present-day rock star. She was pretty, appeared in many photographs, and was involved in many charities both before and during WW I.
In this postcard she is seen with her three oldest sons, Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994), and Prinz Hubertus (1909-1951). A message is written on the reverse, but the postcard was not mailed. $15.00
38-2248 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRINE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandrine (1915-1980) as an infant. It was produced to benefit one of her mother’s charities. Her mother, Kronprinzessin Cecilie (1885-1954), was among Germany’s most-popular royals. $15.00
38-2249 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM. This postcard shows Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940) as an infant. On the postcard he is described as "The youngest Hohenzollern." Thus, the postcard was produced in 1906. Wilhelm renounced any right to the German throne in 1933, so he could marry a lesser member of the German nobility. He served in the German Army early in WW II. In 1940 he was killed in action in France. $15.00
38-2250 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRINE. This postcard depicts Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), and his sister, Prinzessin Alexandrine (1915-1980). As his father and mother’s (Kronprinz Wilhelm [1882-1951] and Kronprinzessin Cecilie [1886-1954]) eldest son, young Wilhelm was the presumptive heir to Germany’s throne, after his father and grandfather. He renounced his right to the German throne in 1933 to marry a lesser member of the German nobility. He served in the German Army in WW II and died in France in 1940. $15.00
38-2251 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND. This postcard shows the two oldest sons of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. The two young men are Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), and Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994). $15.00
38-2252 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND - PRINZ HUBERTUS. This postcard shows the three oldest sons of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. The three young men are Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994), and Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950). $15.00
38-2253 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND - PRINZ HUBERTUS - PRINZ FRIEDRICH. This postcard shows the four sons of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. The four young men are Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994), Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950), and Prinz Friedrich (1911-1966). $15.00
38-2254 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND - PRINZ HUBERTUS - PRINZ FRIEDRICH. This postcard shows the four sons of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. The four young men are Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994), Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950), and Prinz Friedrich (1911-1966). $15.00
38-2255 POSTCARD - PRINZ WILHELM - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND - PRINZ HUBERTUS - PRINZ FRIEDRICH. This postcard shows the four sons of Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie. The four young men are Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940), Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994), Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950), and Prinz Friedrich (1911-1966). While the postcard was not mailed, a message is written on the reverse, dated 1912. $15.00
38-2256 POSTCARD - PRINZ HUBERTUS. This is a postcard of Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950). Hubertus was Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie’s third son. Do not let the young prince’s garment confuse you into thinking that he is a she. It was simply the style of the day, particularly for young royals or nobles. The postcard was mailed during the period 1909-1910. $15.00
38-2257 POSTCARD - PRINZ HUBERTUS. This is a postcard of Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950). Hubertus was Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie’s third son. A message is written on the reverse, but it was not mailed. $15.00
38-2258 POSTCARD - PRINZ HUBERTUS. This is a postcard of Prinz Hubertus (1909-1950). Hubertus was Kronprinz Wilhelm and Kronprinzessin Cecilie’s third son. The postcard was produced to benefit one of the wartime organizations supported by the Crown Princess. $15.00
Special Section Postcards
Prinzessin Viktoria Luise
38-2259 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE - BROTHER PRINZ JOACHIM. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980) who become the Duchess of Braunschweig in 1913 when she married Duke Ernst August (1887-1953). Beside her is her youngest brother, Prinz Joachim (1890-1920), the Kaiser and Kaiserin’s youngest child. He became depressed after his father’s abdication in 1918 and his divorce in 1920, and committed suicide. $15.00
38-2260 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE - MOTHER - BROTHER. This postcard shows Augusta Viktoria (1858-1921), wife of Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), along with two of her children. We see her only daughter, Viktoria Luise (1892-1980), who became the Duchess of Braunschweig in 1913 when she married Duke Ernst August (1887-1953). Also present is Prinz Joachim (1890-1920) the Kaiser and Kaiserin’s youngest child. He became depressed after his father’s abdication in 1918 and his divorce in 1920, and committed suicide.
$15.00
38-2261 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage.
$15.00
38-2262 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. It was mailed in 1909. $15.00
38-2263 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. It was mailed in 1910. The postcard has a bend in its center. Its price is reduced to reflect the fault. $10.00
38-2264 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
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38-2265 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2266 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2267 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a preteen. Pasted on the postcard’s reverse is another image of the young princess from a newspaper or magazine. It depicts her at an even younger age. $15.00
38-2268 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
This postcard shows the Prussian Princess shortly before her marriage. It was mailed in 1913. $15.00
38-2269 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2270 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2271 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female).
The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2272 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess as a teenager prior to her marriage. $15.00
38-2273 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess (and Braunschweig Duchess) after her 1913 marriage. $15.00
38-2274 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980. She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess (and Braunschweig Duchess) holding her eldest son, Prinz Ernst August, in 1914. The young Prinz was born earlier that year. The postcard was produced to benefit Braunschweig troops fighting in WW I. It features her reproduction autograph at the bottom of the postcard’s obverse. $15.00
38-2275 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN VIKTORIA LUISE. This postcard shows Prinzessin Viktoria Luise (1892-1980). She was Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s only daughter. She was married in 1913 to Herzog Ernst August of Braunschweig (1887-1953), and became the Duchess of Braunschweig. She had five children (4 males and one female). The postcard shows the Prussian Princess (and Braunschweig Duchess) with her eldest son, Prinz Ernst August. The postcard shows the pair standing in front of a Christmas tree. $15.00
Special Section Postcards
Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria
38-2276 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2277 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2278 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2279 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2280 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2281 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2282 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2283 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2284 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2285 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2286 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria alone. $15.00
38-2287 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2288 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2289 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2290 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2291 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2292 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2293 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2294 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2295 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2296 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2297 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. The postcard was produced for the war effort’s benefit. It is so mentioned on the reverse and is dated 1914. It features a reproduction of her signature. $15.00
38-2298 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Alexandra Viktoria with her son, Alexander Ferdinand. $15.00
38-2299 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - HUSBAND AUGUST WILHELM - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Prinz August Wilhelm, Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria, and their son, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand. This postcard was mailed. $15.00
38-2300 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - HUSBAND AUGUST WILHELM - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Prinz August Wilhelm, Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria, and their son, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand. This postcard was mailed. August Wilhelm is wearing a feldgrau uniform. $15.00
38-2301 POSTCARD - PRINZESSIN ALEXANDRA VIKTORIA - HUSBAND AUGUST WILHELM - SON ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This postcard shows Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria (1887-1957) of Schleswig-Holstein. She was married to Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949) Kaiser Wilhelm II and Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s fourth son. They divorced in 1920. August Wilhelm later became a member of the Nazi party and was a high official in the SA. He was often referred to as the "Brown Prince." The couple had one child, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985). This postcard shows Prinz August Wilhelm, Prinzessin Alexandra Viktoria, and their son, Prinz Alexander Ferdinand. This postcard was mailed. August Wilhelm is wearing a feldgrau uniform. $15.00
38-2302 POSTCARD - PRINZ ALEXANDER FERDINAND. This is a postcard depicting young Prinz Alexander Ferdinand (1912-1985), the only son of Prinz August Wilhelm (1887-1949), Kaiser Wilhelm II’s fourth son. If we offered a young German royals’ "postcard cuteness" prize, this one would win, hands down! The young prince (who I doubt is more than two-years-old) is in full uniform. His long blonde locks cascade down from his visor cap. If ever a photo exhibited the "poster child" for young German boys, this is it! $15.00
33-170 OFFICER TSCHAPKA - ULANEN-REGIMENT Nr 1- BAVARIA. The Kingdom of Bavaria fielded tw
o Ulanen-Regiments, 1. Ulanen-Regiment Kaiser Wilhelm II, König von Preußen and 2. Ulanen-Regiment König. They were both formed in 1863 and garrisoned at Bamberg and Ansbach, respectively. Both were attached to the II. Bavarian ArmeeKorps. I have not had the pleasure of sharing a Bavarian Tschapka with you before, and am pleased to do so today. I am especially pleased to present an officer’s example. This helmet was for an officer from 1. Ulanen-Regiment Kaiser Wilhelm II, König von Preußen. The helmet’s black leather body is in fine condition. Its few surface imperfections are minimal. All of the helmet’s furniture is gilt. [Please note that a 2. Ulanen-Regiment König’s helmet features silver furniture]. A fine, gilt, officer’s wappen with a massive open crown is present. It presents a very handsome set of convex gilt chin scales. An officer’s reich’s kokarde appears on the helmet’s right side. As is correct, no state kokarde is displayed on its left side, which is also true of Hussar’s busbies. Even helmets and busbies prior to 1897 only have one kokarde. Prior to 1897, the only difference is that the state kokarde appeared on the right, where it was replaced with the reich’s kokarde from 1897 onward. The correct red rabatte comes with the helmet, which makes it a particularly striking piece. The rabatte is an important tschapka accessory. It is wrapped around the mortar board’s base atop the helmet. The rabatte’s edge is wrapped in gold bullion. Farther down, the rabatte is wrapped in a silver bullion cord with blue chevrons similar to those on Bavarian shoulder boards. The helmet exterior’s final noteworthy piece is a blue-centered silver bullion field badge, which again confirms that the officer was Bavarian. (I particularly like the headdress details that confirm a man’s home state, whether they are wappens, kokarden, or field badges). Inside the helmet is a very lightly-used, leather sweatband. Attached to the sweatband is a rust-colored silk liner in fine condition. Under the silk liner, NO double holes appear where the wappen is attached. Furthermore, the original matching hardware is in place. Finally, the size, "55," is penciled onto the helmet. This is a very fine tschapka. It will make an excellent addition to any collection. $7,495.00
20-262 OFFICER’S SCHIRMÜTZE - PRINZ/KRONPRINZ WILHELM. Before we begin the formal descriptio
n of this wonderful schirmütze, let us confirm to whom we are referring as Prinz/Kronprinz Wilhelm. We mean Germany’s third Kaiser, Wilhelm II (1859-1941), prior to 15 June 1888. Our officer’s visor cap dates from approximately 1880 to 1888. During that period, Wilhelm I was Kaiser, his son Friedrich Wilhelm was Kronprinz, and Friedrich’s son Wilhelm was the Prinz. Wilhelm I died in Berlin on 9 March 1888 and his son became Kaiser Friedrich III. Friedrich III served as Kaiser for only ninety-nine days, during which his son Wilhelm was elevated to Kronprinz. After Friedrich III’s death, Wilhelm II was crowned as Kaiser. Germany had three Kaisers during 1888. [At that point, Germans had no reason to suspect that Wilhelm II would be Germany’s final Kaiser, or that the monarchy would be abolished in 1918 by Wilhelm’s abdication and exile to the Netherlands, where he would remain until his death in 1941]. At first glance, this is a fairly standard, pre 1897 Prussian infantry officer’s schirmütze. It sports Prussia’s single kokarde, and the very short black front visor typical of the period’s caps. The cap’s cover is made of the highest quality dark-blue wool. Its wide red trim band measures 1" in width. An excellent Prussian Officer’s Kokarde is centered on the red trim band. The cap’s top sports a narrow red piping band. The cap’s exterior is in excellent condition, considering its age. Inside the cap is a fine, brown leather sweatband. It is in near-mint condition and has seen little use. (Again this is especially pleasing since we are dealing with one hundred plus year-old leather). It displays a fine, gold silk liner. In the silk liner’s center is Prinz/Kronprinz Wilhelm’s gold, embossed, crowned cypher. The silk liner exhibits a small tear forward. Up inside the cap’s interior is a small piece of metal, which is the source of the silk’s damage. The metal is a part of the cap’s "folding system," which collapses so it takes less space. It is similar to the system used in top hats. (In Europe, this is referred to as a "Chapeau Claque"). Several years ago I offered a similar cap from Kaiser Wilhelm I. This is an unusual, early piece of Kaiser Wilhelm II memorabilia. It is in stunning condition and would make a welcome addition to any collection. $6,995.00
20-173 PERSONAL SHAKO OF KAISER WILHELM II
IN THE RANK OF
GENERALFELDMARSCHALL -
NAVY SEE-BATTA
LION - IN FULL PARADE
CONFIGURATION - COMPLETE WITH PARADE FEATHERS AND TWO STORAGE BOXES. Today
we are offering perhaps the single most important artifact ever in the history
of Der Rittmeister Militaria. In our day we have offered many fine articles of headdress, tunics,
etc. from Germany’s royals. We even have offered several schirmutzen that once
belonged to Kaiser Wilhelm II, but never anything quite like this! Today we
are pleased and honored to present his Majesty Kaiser Wilhelm II’s original
officer’s shako for the See-Battalion.
As you are well aware, the See-Battalion was attached to the
Kaiserliche Marine, much as the U.S. Marine Corps is to the U. S. Navy and
the British Royal Marines are to Her Majesty’s Royal Navy. The See-Battalion provided shipboard security for the German Imperial Navy’s
larger vessels. They were also charged with providing security at many German
embassies and consulates around the world. In China one entire battalion (Battalion
Nr 3) was assigned as the embassy’s security force, and as
additional military muscle to bolster the area’s other colonial troops. Our
premiere offering today is the complete ensemble for the Kaiser’s See-Battalion shako.
The shako’s body consists of superb felt for the body portion, and fine
leather for its top, as well as the
front and rear visors. The
See-Battalion's wappen is absolutely magnificent. It features an
eagle with outspread wings. In the middle of its chest is a smaller
Hohenzollern Eagle. Clasped in the larger eagle’s talons is an anchor base.
Over its head sits a Hohenzollern Crown, with a royal stole streaming out from
either side. The wappen is exquisitely frosted. All of its fire gilding
remains intact. The shako boasts a glorious pair of chin scales. The final
exterior detail is its field badge, handsomely crafted of silver bullion. It
sports a red center signifying the Reich. The exterior’s condition is
excellent. I believe most would agree with me. It is in mint-minus condition.
The back interior visor is
green leather. The sweatband is ultra soft doeskin. It exhibits an extra band
of stitching that one only sees on top-of-the-line headdress. (Naturally, one
expects this from the Kaiser!) Its liner is made from superior quality silk.
It has a much tighter weave than that one normally sees. Again, this was an
expensive helmet option, but if you were the Kaiser, expenses be damned!
Wilhelm II’s gold Cypher is embossed on the silk liner. The entire interior is
in excellent condition, with just a hint of gentle wear. In all likelihood, it
was worn very rarely during Wilhelm II’s reign (1888 to 1918).
Some manufacturer’s production markings seem to appear under the liner, as
well as the size, "55 1/4." This is around the average hat/helmet size
for the period.
Now let us turn to the helmet’s feather bush. The cock feathers are white, red, and
black, representing Germany’s national colors. It differs from a Prussian
general’s feathers, which are just black and white. This is because the
See-Battalion was considered a national force rather than merely a
Prussian unit. (The same held true for the Kaiserliche Marine). The
very full cock feathers are attached to a special trichter, which slides in behind the field badge. The entire
shako takes on an entirely different look when the
parade feathers are attached. Accompanying the parade feathers is an officer’s
regular horsehair bush. It is a very full and beautifully-shaped. Should you
to want to attach the bush, you will need to dismount the feathers. This is
because only one of these very special trichters is included. Personally, I cannot imagine why
one would wish to do so. The bush comes with the ensemble, however. It will be
yours to do with as you wish when you purchase it. Another part of the
ensemble is the shako’s and parade feathers’ storage boxes. The shako’s box measures 9" x 11" x 8." The box front
displays a special-added label that reads "Seebattalion." Immediately
above the unit designation appears Wilhelm II’s similarly Hohenzollern-Crowned
Cypher. The box is lined in white silk. The shako rests inside the box, along
with the field badge and the extra, horsehair parade bush. Originally, a
leather strap secured the top to the box. Only a remnant of the leather strap
remains.
The last piece of the presentation is a special, cylindrically-shaped case,
which houses the parade feathers when they are not in use. I have seen similar
cases in the past, housing generals’ trichters and feathers. Such cases always
are far larger and more ornate than boxes holding lower officers’ horsehair
trichters. This one has openings on both ends to facilitate removing and
replacing the bush. The ends are appropriately marked "Oben (top)" and "Unten (bottom)." The box stands 11 3/4" high. It is 6
3/4" in diameter at the
base. Its side displays a similar label to that seen on the shako’s box,
identifying it as Kaiser Wilhelm II’s property.
Again, we are extremely excited to share this with you. One often hears
the term "museum piece" or "museum gr
ade." This certainly applies here. Any
collector fortunate enough to have this in his collection (as I do now), is
the caretaker of a truly historic piece. I know many of you will flinch at its
price. It is expensive, of that we have no doubt. In comparison, two or
three years ago I was offered one of Wilhelm II’s feldgrau tunics and an
army general pickelhaube. The price to me would have been €50,000.
At today’s prices that would equal $74,000+! [Please allow sufficient time for
the attached photographs to load. I believe you will find the wait well worth
it]!
$42,495.00
26-16 PRESENTATION BRONZE OF KAISER WILHELM II
IN THE UNIFORM OF A
GROßADMIRAL TO ADMIRAL FREDERICK von INGENOHL.
Bronzes of Kaiser Wilhelm II are extremely popular with
collectors.
These bronzes come in a variety of sizes and
different quality levels. Even modest households in Germany
usually displayed a small bronze of the Kaiser. At the other
extreme were the massive pieces commissioned by the Kaiser
himself. They were produced and given as gifts for special
services to the Kaiser and the Reich. These often ranged to
20" in height and exceeded 20+ lbs.! They were never
produced in great quantities. Most of them featured the
Kaiser wearing an army regimental uniform. One should
remember, however, that Wilhelm II was a Navy man at heart.
He really savored his role as Großadmiral in the Kaiserliche
Marine. As with ANY area of collecting,
we ALWAYS find that naval items are fewer in number. It does
not matter whether it is wound badges, qualification badges,
uniforms, or whatever; navy items are ALWAYS harder to find. Our featured
item brings this scarcity home with a resounding bang. As rare as are these
presentation bronzes of Wilhelm II, the number of them with a naval theme is
minuscule. We recently readjusted our focus in this area of merchandise.
Although we have offered busts of German royalty and military commanders for
years, now we are searching for rarer pieces. I do not use the term "museum piece"
or "museum quality" lightly. Applying either in
this case does not represent an overstatement. What we offer today is a massive,
beautifully constructed, special presentation bronze of
Kaiser Wilhelm II in the uniform of a Großadmiral. That
alone makes it a very rare piece. In addition, it was a
special presentation piece given by a grateful Kaiser to
Admiral Frederick von Ingenohl. Frederick von Ingenohl
(1857-1933) first joined the Imperial German Navy in 1874 at
the age of seventeen. He served in many commands, then
ultimately was appointed to command the High Seas Fleet in
1913. He was, in fact, its commander at the outbreak of WW I.
Although aggressive by nature, Ingenohl was never able to
fully implement his plans for his fleet. This was due in part
to a lack of support from the Kaiser himself, who did not
want to risk his fleet, and from interference by the German
Admiralty. Alfred von Tirpitz was one of his biggest
opponents. After a whispering campaign to the Kaiser, von
Ingenohl was replaced in February 1915. This bronze was presented to von
Ingenohl in April 1914 on the occasion of his 40th
year of service in the Navy. This imposing bronze measures
some 20" in height and weighs more than twenty-two lbs.
The bronze has a marble base (dark green and white) and a
matching circular extension to which the waist-high likeness
of Kaiser Wilhelm II is attached. This stunningly beautiful
likeness shows the K
aiser in the full-dress uniform of a Großadmiral. Wilhelm is wearing his fore and aft cap and
grasps a telescope in his right hand. Attached to the
circular marble extension is a dedication plaque, which
states "Meinem leiben Ingenohl 12
April 1914 Wilhelm." Topping this
beautifully patina'd plaque is a superb Hohenzollern Crown.
This massive bronze was the work of the noted sculptor, Otto
Rohloff. Rohloff’s signature appears on the reverse of
the bronze. I am so excited to present this naval-themed
bronze to you today. I hope that each of you will read this
description in detail and look closely at the attached
photographs. All of the items we offer have history attached
to some degree or another. This is a slice of history at its
best, as a king acknowledges the contributions of his loyal
subject in a most effuse and generous manner.
$9,995.00
Over the years we have brought you some unusual items associated with either Kaiser Wilhelm II or his household. Today we are offering four automobile pennants (flags or standards) from the Kaiser’s household auto detachment. During Kaiser Wilhelm II’s reign, automobile transportation was still in its infancy. A horse drawn carriage remained his preferred vehicle for certain special occasions, but Wilhelm II’s affinity for motor cars increased the longer he sat on the throne. Then, as now, a high-level official (particularly the head-of-state) displayed his nation’s flag on his chauffeur-driven limousine’s bumper. These are exactly the type of item with which we are tempting you today.
20-224 FOUR ROYAL AUTOMOBILE PENNANTS - KAISER WILHELM II’S HOUSEHOLD.
1) Pennant of the Kaiser’s Standard. In 1870-71 when Prussia’s König Wilhelm I became Kaiser Wilhelm I of Germany, a special standard (Kaiserstandarte) was created for him. Only three men ever used the flag: Kaiser Wilhelm I, Kaiser Friedrich III, and Kaiser Wilhelm II. This special standard was always seen with Kaiser Wilhelm II. It is common to see photographs of the Kaiser. Very nearby you will see a Regiment der Garde du Corps trooper carrying the Kaiserstandarte. Remember that the President of the United States of America has a special flag, which plays a key part in all his appearances. Our automobile Kaiserstandarte measures 16 1/4" x 17." It weighs 3.5 ounces, as it is made of substantial, heavy cotton. It is two-sided. Its background is yellow. Its center displays a black Iron Cross trimmed in white. Extending down from the top arm of the Iron Cross is a multicolored Hohenzollern Crown. Directly below the crown is a shield presenting a multicolored eagle. Coming down from the Crown and encircling the eagle is a Black Eagle Collar. (The latter was a very rare order that was conferred on every House of Hohenzollern’s son). The word "Gott" appears on the Iron Cross’s 12 o'clock k arm. "Mit" appears on the 9 o’clock arm. "Uns" appears on the 3 o’clock arm, and 1870 shows up on the 6 o’clock arm. The standard’s final fillip is the presence of a Hohenzollern Crown and three eagles on each of its four corners. The pennant sports a total of four Hohenzollern Crowns and twelve eagles. As previously mentioned, the Kaiserstandarte is two-sided. One side has a small moth hole that measures perhaps half an inch. On the other side in the upper left corner is a horizontal slit. It measures 3" in length on the yellow background, just above the red Hohenzollern Crown. From the horizontal slit, a vertical slit measuring 1 1/4" extends down to the Hohenzollern Crown. This standard is magnificent and very important, historically.
2)House of Hohenzollern Pennant/Flag. This pennant represents the House of Hohenzollern. I am
not sure on what other occasions it was used, but I imagine it was used visiting Burg Hohenzollern (located within the Grand Duchy of Baden). The standard measures 14" x 16 1/4," and weighs 3.2 ounces. (It is not nearly as heavy as the Kaiserstandarte). It has a white background. It bears the House of Hohenzollern’s multicolored Coat-of-Arms, along with the German motto "Nichts Ohne Gott (Nothing Without God)." This standard is in excellent condition. It shows only minor soiling from its one-hundred-years of age.
3) Saxe-
Altenburg Pennant/Flag. This is a variation of either Ernst I or Ernst II’s Ducal Standard from Saxe-Altenburg. The latter was a relatively small Saxon Duchy, which fielded a single infantry regiment. The standard measures 16 1/4" x 16," and weighs 3.2 ounces. It features alternating black (five) and yellow (five) horizontal stripes. A green diagonal crenellated stripe stretches from its upper left corner to its lower right corner. It represents a crown (if the crown were cut, then rolled out flat). It is a two-sided piece. Its colors are very vibrant. It is a very handsome and decorative standard, in top condition.
4) Imperial Austrian (House of Hapsburg) Pennant/Flag. This is a standard flown from a limousine
’s bumper when an Austrian royal family member or other important Austrian official was present. The pennant measures 14 3/4" x 16" and weighs 3.5 ounces. It sports a yellow background, with a white, red, yellow, and black border around it. In the standard’s center is a multicolored, double-headed Austrian (Hapsburg) Eagle, mounted on a single body. Each Eagle’s head is crowned. In addition, a Hapsburg Crown appears above the twin heads, complete with the flowing twin ribbons of its royal stole. A kollar extends down across the Eagle’s chest. He is grasping a sword and scepter in his right talons. He clutches an orb in his left.
The pennant is two-sided. Some staining or "bleeding" of the black shows on one side. It is not as noticeable on the other. I can detect no mothing or other damage.
This is a truly magnificent set of pennants. The Kaiserstandarte was used solely to honor Kaiser Wilhelm II. The other three honored royals and other important officials from Hohenzollern, Saxe-Altenburg and Austria. We are thrilled that we can present them to you today.
$12,995.00
Nothing shows the grandeur and power of the German Empire more than the gifts Kaiser Wilhelm II granted to his subjects and special acquaintances. I have a special interest in royalty items. The various gifts Wilhelm II bestowed "speak" to me. The incredible high quality and beauty of these items take one’s breath away. These gifts include busts, swords, stickpins, watches, rings, etc., etc. Today we offer one of the most beautiful Kaiser gifts I have seen so far. Our featured item was the top find of our recently-completed trip to Germany. We start with its ravishing, red, Moroccan-leather-fitted case. It measures 6 3/4" x 5 ½" x 1." An elegant, gold-trim design completely encircles the case. The case’s center spotlights an applied, gilt, Hohenzollern Crown. The Prussian royal stole flows down from the crown. Inside, the case is lined with purple silk at the top. Embossed in gold across the silk liner is the name of one of the Kaiser’s most important house jewelers. It reads, "Gebr. Friedlander Hof-Juwaleltere Sr. Maj. d. Kaisers Berlin W." A Hohenzollern Crown is also embossed over this in gold. [A word or two about Friedlander is in order here. The four best-known royal house jewelers during the Imperial period were: Godet & Sohn, Wagner & Sohn, Cy & Wagner, and Gebrüder Friedlander. Godet and Wagner are perhaps a little better-known, as both produced superb orders and decorations. The fact is, Friedlander was equally as skilled in making orders and decorations. Interestingly, awarded Ordens Pour le Mérite were most often produced by Wagner & Sohn AND Gebrüder Friedlander! When it came to producing royal gifts such as this one, Friedlander and Cy & Wagner were the best in the field. All of the best such pieces I have seen were produced by these two firms]. The bottom portion of the case also is covered in purple velvet. The base section contains cutout resting places for the two "stars" of this royal presentation. First is a superb silver cigarette case, with a textured finish that looks like silvery bark. This case measures 3 ½" x 3" x ½." In the upper left corner is an engraved cypher "W" with a Hohenzollern Crown. The crown and cypher are highlighted with inlaid GOLD and rose-colored diamonds! The rose-colored diamonds give the crown and cypher an interesting cast. It is more subdued and elegant than white diamonds. I just love holding this case under artificial light and turning it in my hands so the light catches the highlights of these small diamonds. I have seen many fine cigarette cases given as gifts by Wilhelm II, but I have never seen one encrusted with diamonds, nor at this quality-level. The crown displays FIVE of the small, rose-colored diamonds, while the Wilhelm Cypher has no less than THIRTY-SEVEN. The button that opens the cigarette case is a cabochon sapphire. As beautiful as is the exterior, the interior is equally stunning. The interior is gilt, which offsets the silver exterior quite handsomely. Sitting exactly where the cypher is on the obverse is another Wilhelm Cypher on the left side of the case. Below that cypher is the inscription of the award from "His Majesty the Kaiser an Honor Prize for a Tennis Competition in 1901 to a Navy Oberleutnant zur See Robertson." (Ehrenpreis Sr. Maj. des
20-133 PRESENTATION GIFT SET, CIGARETTE AND MATCH CASE IN A DELUXE LEATHER CASE
FROM KAISER WILHELM II TO A NAVAL OFFICER.
Kaisers im Tenniswettspiel gewonnen von Oberleutnant zur See
Robertson 1901). To the right are all the correct markings for
Friedlander and .900 silver. The two elastic restrainers for
cigarettes remain in place. The corresponding match case measures 1 ½"" x 2"
x 1/4." It features a smaller, rose-diamond-encrusted Wilhelm Cypher and
Hohenzollern Crown. The lid flips up in the same manner as a modern lighter.
A number of matches could be housed inside. At the bottom of the case is a
striking surface. I do not see markings for Friedlander on the
smaller case; however, I have no doubt it was produced in the same manner
and by the same firm as the cigarette case.
This, my dear readers is as sumptuous a cigarette case as was produced
during the thirty years that Kaiser Wilhelm II sat on Germany’s throne.
Unquestionably, it is the most important Kaiser gift that I have offered.
The fact it was presented to a naval officer does not hurt, either. [As an
aside, Oberleutnant zur See Robertson, in spite of what looks like a
non-German surname, was indeed a German naval officer. He went on to
become a Korvettenkapitän during WW I in an administrative post].
$7,495.00
This is a fascinating, naval-style telesco
20-134 TELESCOPE GIVEN AS GIFT BY KAISER WILHELM II.
pe. It probably was a gift from
Kaiser Wilhelm to an admirer. It measures 13 3/4" unextended and 21 1/4"
extended. It is leather-wrapped. I do not see a silver content on the
exposed metal surfaces that are not leather wrapped. An interesting peg
arrangement uncovers the eye piece and protects it from exposure or damage
when the telescope is not in use. Also up near the eyepiece is a staggered
trim that looks like four coiled ropes, further advancing the telescope’s
naval motif. As previously mentioned, the leather wrapping provided a better
grip of the telescope when in use. On the barrel’s exposed metal is a
wonderful, jeweler-engraved cypher of Wilhelm II, along with a Hohenzollern
Crown. This cypher is quite large, measuring 2 3/4" x 1." Also, on the
barrel is an indication the telescope was made in France. It is entirely
possible it was purchased from German sources on one of the S. M.
Y. Hohenzollern’s voyages, when she was away from her home port.
At the front of the telescope is an interesting swing-away lens cover. An
item like this shows the wide range of items given by the Kaiser to
admirers, German and foreign dignitaries, and supporters. It is splendidly
made. [Its one current defect is that the lens are cloudy, making it
impossible to see through it (only light shows). The new owner may
disassemble the piece to clean the lens if he or she so desires]. It would make a fine addition to any royalty or naval collection.
$5,995.00
GIMENT der GARDE du CORPS.
Framed and autographed photographs of Kaiser Wilhelm II are always prized
among collectors. They also were highly sought-after by German citizens and
military figures during the Imperial German Period. You were considered
privileged to own the Kaiser’s autographed photograph, and you proudly
displayed it in your home or office. For the favored few, the Kaiser included
a special frame with the photograph. These combinations are VERY expensive IF
you can find one.
Today we are offering a delightful framed Kaiser Wilhelm II photograph. He is
mounted on his horse, wearing a visor cap. I cannot get a good enough view of
his uniform, but he is wearing cavalry boots, so I will presume he is wearing
a cavalry regiment’s uniform. On his right shoulder one can see the very
elaborate combination of shoulder board and aiguillette. He is in front
of what appears to be a regimental barracks. The photograph is boldly signed
in black ink and dated "1906 Berlin." With this information, he is
probably at one of the Berlin barracks for his Garde-Regiments.
The frame is made of wooden black lacquer. It measures 10 1/2" x 13 1/4." At
its top is a brass Hohenzollern Crown with flowing stole. A hanger is at the
top on the reverse. It can easily be attached to a wall. The photograph within
the frame measures 6 1/4" x 7 1/4." It makes a fine combination to grace any
collection. $2,195.00
20-213 FRAMED
PRESENTATION PORTRAIT - KAISER WILHELM II - GARDE DU CORPS UNIFOR
M AND
HELMET IN FULL PARADE CONFIGURATION.
20-206 ORIGINAL HAND COLORED PENCIL SKETCH - KAISER
WILHELM II.
This is an original pencil sketch
of Kaiser Wilhelm II. It has been hand colored to show the Kaiser’s general
officer’s leitzen and a neck order. The Kaiser is wearing a general
officer’s pickelhaube, with a canvas, foul-weather cover. The artist has
signed his name, "L. Hirschmann." It measures 12 1/4" x 8 1/4." It is attractively
done. The sketch is ready to frame and/or matte, or display as it is.
$750.00
20-237 DELUXE ALBUM - FIFTY-FIRST BIRTHDAY - KAISER WILHELM II.
The signature of Kaiser Wilhelm II is always sought-after by collectors. His bold and distinctive signature is handsome. When seen on a complete Urkunde or Promotion Patent, it makes a wonderful way to have a signature of Germany’s third and final Kaiser. Today, we offer an attractively double-matted presentation of a document bearing Wilhelm II’s signature. The document is for a Hauptmann von Busse, who had served as a premier (forerunner of an oberleutnant) lieutenant in Füsilier-Regiment Prinz Heinrich von Preußen (Brandenburgisches) Nr 35. This regiment was founded in 1813. Along with his promotion he was posted to Grenadier-Regiment König Friedrich III (2. Schlesisches) Nr 11, which was founded in 1808. Doing a spot of research, I believe I have found our man in the 1914-1918 Rangliste. There was an Oberst Busse, who served as the Adjutant of XX. Armeekorps. He later retired from the army as a Generalmajor a.D. The document is dated 15 November 1894 and bears the bold signature of the Kaiser. We can see a slight smudge in his signature’s ink. Alongside his signature we see the large embossed coat-of-arms for the House of Hohenzollern. The document appears in its own double matted "window." A black and white lithograph of Wilhelm II is displayed in a second "window." Below that is a third window with the Kaiser’s name. The custom-framed presentation (modern-day) measures 21 ½" x 19 ½." As an historical aside, most Officer Promotion Patents for the rank of hauptmann and above were personally signed by the Kaiser. Those below that rank generally were not signed by him. They were prepared in the same basic format, showing the man’s name, unit, former rank and the rank to which he was being promoted. This is a great way to display a signature for Wilhelm II. All you need is a hook on the wall, and you are ready to go! Extra shipping required on this item. $850.00
20-97 FRAMED OFFICER PATENT WITH THE SIGNATURE OF KAISER WILH
ELM II.
This is a stunning, hand painted, porcelain image of Kaiser Wilhelm II of the Regiments der Garde du Corps dress uniform. The framed presentation measures 12" x 9 ½," and the framed image measures 9" x 6 ½." The frame is quite ornate. The image shows the Kaiser in dress uniform (without helmet or supravest). He has on the dress shoulder boards of his rank and is holding his sword. The colors of the porcelain are quite vibrant. It is quite handsome. On his right sleeve is a small chip. It could be corrected easily with a bit of attention. It is not too noticeable, and blends in fairly well with the rest of the tunic. It is not detractive, in my opinion. This will look super on your wall! $795.00. .
20-121 HAND PAINTED, FRAMED PORCELAIN OF KAISER WILHELM II.
20-205 KPM 150TH ANNIVERSARY PLATE -
FEATURING KÖNIG FRIEDRICH DER GROßE - ORIGINAL PRESENTATION BOX.
13-614 SHIP’S LAUNCH ENLISTED SAILOR’S RATING PATCH - S. M. Y. HOHENZOLLERN.
Without a doubt,
this is one of the rarest enlisted sailor’s rating patches you will ever see
from the Kaiserliche Marine. This patch was worn on the sleeves of
the specially selected sailors who manned Kaiser Wilhelm’s launch that
transported him to and from the S. M. Y. Hohenzollern. These sailors
had a large amount of public contact. They were seen by Germans and people
abroad as the S. M. Y. Hohenzollern journeyed. (Naturally, it was
mandatory that these sailors be among the crew’s best-looking specimens).
Like most Imperial German Naval rating patches, our example is oval-shaped
and measurers 4" x 3 1/4." The background is dark-blue. It features a yellow
frame, within which is a yellow and red Hohenzollern Crown. Below that we
see a Großadmiral’s yellow and red crossed batons.
Kaiser Wilhelm was the Kaiserliche Marine’s first Großadmiral. Thus,
the patch dates from 1901 onward. The
rating patch was worn on the right sleeve. It is in excellent condition.
This is the first patch of its type we have seen. We are very pleased to
present it to you.
13-636 ENLISTED
SAILOR’S SLEEVE RATING - ROYAL YACHT - S. M. Y. HOHENZOLLERN.
20-217 DELUXE COMMEMORATIVE 78 RECORD
SET - 25th ANNIVERSARY - KAISER WILHELM II’S ASCENSION -THRONE.
20-215 METAL BUILDING PLAQUE -
HOHENZOLLERN EAGLE.
This is a spectacular metal
plaque that was affixed to a building front. It measures 9 3/4" in diameter,
and weighs 2 pounds 11.5 Ounces. It features a massive Hohenzollern Eagle.
Below the eagle are the initials K. P. E. V.. The first two letters
stand for "Royal Prussian," but I am unsure what the "E. and V."
stand for. Another collector who has seen it suggested that it is for the
railway system (Eisenbahn). This is a distinct possibility. Four holes
are drilled in the plaque, from when it was mounted to a building. It would
look great in any collector’s room, mounted on a wall or otherwise.
20-251 LAP BLANKET -
S. M. Y. HOHENZOLLERN.
20-203 PILLOWCASES -
KAISER WILHELM II's ROYAL YACHT S. M. Y. HOHENZOLLERN.
I am constantly looking for items pertaining to German royal families. I
also am always on the lookout for items relating to Kaiser Wilhelm II’s
royal yacht, the S. M. Y. Hohenzollern. When we discover items from
both categories at once, it is our day for celebration! Today we are
offering pillowcases from the S. M. Y. Hohenzollern. These are like
no pillowcases that you ever seen, my friends. They are different sizes. One
measures 24" x 25," while the other measures 17 1/2" x 25 1/2." It is not their sizes
that make them so different. Instead, it is each pillowcase’s buttons
(five and three, respectively), which secured it on the pillow once the
cases were laundered and pressed. Each case sports Kaiser Wilhelm II’s
embroidered cypher, along with a number 1 and 2 below the
cypher. The red embroidery looks very striking against the pillowcase’s
whiteness. The pillowcase’s material is an unbelievably high-quality cotton,
or, a fine linen. It is extremely soft. The pillow cases are offered at
$195.00 each (your choice) or $350.00 for the pair.
I have long wanted to offer an example of the Cadinen art form on these pages. Cadinen was known for its clean lines and simple but classic workmanship. This was a firm that was owned by Kaiser Wilhelm II (or so I’ve been told) and whose items bear his markings. The pieces produced included bookends, animals, and even ashtrays. $275.00.
24-11 CADINEN ASHTRAY.
20-223 CANDLE HOLDER - KAISERLICHER YACHT CLUB.
A unique wooden and metal plaque featuring Kaiser Wilhelm II. This plaque shows him in profile and wearing a Garde du corps helmet complete with the large Hohenzollern Eagle mounted at the top. The wooden plaque measures 8 1/2" x 6 1/2". The metal oval portion which shows the Kaiser measures 5 1/2" x 4 1/2". The back of the plaque has a metal easel so that you may place it on a desk or a book case. Very fine condition and a nice item for you Wilhelm II collectors. $250.00
20-52 KAISER PLAQUE.
20-171
AWARD DOCUMENT - PRUSSIAN CROWN ORDER 3rd CLASS - SIGNED BY KAISER
WILHELM II.
A very fine leather notebook that measures 6 3/4" x 5 3/4" and is made of brown leather. Embossed in the center measuring 3 1/4" in diameter is a profile likeness of Wilhelm II. This is very highly detailed. We can see that Wilhelm II is in full dress uniform and that he is even wearing a Black Eagle Collar. Over his head we see "Wilhelm II Deutscher Kaiser." Inside there is a single sheet of paper from the original pad of paper under a cover. Nice item for your desk.$225.00...
20-25 WILHELM II LEATHER NOTEBOOK.
Although we have offere
20-238 TWO KAISERS - DRINKING VESSEL - ORIGINAL PRESENTATION CASE.
d these drinking vessels in the past, we have never had
one in such exquisite condition, or with the original presentation case. It is
obvious that it has retained its pristine condition due to the presentation
case’s protective qualities. The vessel itself stands 5 3/4" tall, is
2" in diameter
at the base and 3" in diameter at its top. Its exterior finish is silver-toned,
it could be made of "German Silver (nickel)." One side features a quote from
Germany’s Kaiser Wilhelm II and a facsimile of his signature, while the other
side features the same from Austria’s Kaiser Franz Josef. Above this is a
gold-toned band featuring gold-toned coins with each Kaiser’s likeness in
profile above the appropriate quote and signature. The gold-toned band features
the sayings, "Den eisernen Becher, den vollen, weiht /Den eisernen Helden der
eisernen Zeit! (The Iron Cup, fully dedicated, to the Iron Heroes, the Iron
Time)!" The band’s opposite side reads, "1914 ** KriegsBecher
**1916." The cup’s interior is completely gold-toned.
The original presentation case is quite elaborate. It measures 3 1/4" in height,
7 3/4"
long and 4 3/4" wide. It is covered with red-toned, simulated leather and features
the word "Kriegsbecher" on its front. Inside, its upper lid is covered in
white silk. The lower compartment is covered in white velvet, with a white silk
section cutout to cradle the vessel. The entire lower compartment will lift out,
and may be propped up for easy display. It makes an absolutely gorgeous display
piece. $650.00
20-199 GOBLET HONORING
KAISER WILHELM II AND RACING SLOOP - S. M. Y. IDUNA.
This is a car pennant that measures 12 1/4" x 7 1/2." It is stiffly mounted, so that it would extend outward when mounted on an automobile’s fender. It was used on the royal huntsmen’s car at a hunting estate owned by Kaiser Wilhelm. The pennant’s edge is black. The pennant itself is green, with a gold device in the center indicating it is for a royal hunting preserve. A rope lanyard with a brass clip at one end secures it. The pennant shows enough wear to confirm its age. It is an unusual item for any collection. $595.00
20-229 CAR PENNANT - ROYAL HUNTSMEN - KAISERLICHE HUNTING PRESERVE.
20-250 CAP BADGE - KAISERLICHE YACHT CLUB.
20-230 TWO SMALL PLAQUES
ON EASELS - KAISER WILHELM II AND KAISERIN
AUGUSTA VIKTORIA.
This is a one-hundred-year anniversary badge that commemorates Anhaltisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 93. The regiment was founded in 1807. Battalion Nr 1 and Battalion Nr 3 were garrisoned at Dessau, while Battalion Nr 2 was garrisoned at Zerbst. The regiment was attached to the IV. ArmeeKorps. The badge is very well made. It is gilt-toned and measures 2" x 1 3/4." It features the Duke of Anhalt’s cypher. The cypher is surrounded by oak leaves and displays a crown at the top. At the badge’s top is a magenta, green, and white ribbon. It is a pinback badge, whose sturdy pin runs vertically down the badge. $175.00
01-687 ONE-HUNDRED-YEAR JUBILEE BADGE - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 93 - ANHALT.
This is a very interesting variation of a two-place medal bar. From left to right are the following medals:
02-321 TWO-PLACE MEDAL BAR.
*1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War Combatant’s Medal. It is an originally-issued example. It has the markings on its edge that confirm it was produced from melted-down French cannons. Mounted to the ribbon above the decoration are two campaign bars. They are for "Sedan" and "Orleans."
*Kaiser Wilhelm I Centennial Medal.
What is particularly interesting about the medal bar is its tunic mounting system. Normally, a pin and catch secure a medal bar. In this case, the pin and catch were not used. No evidence appears to suggest the latter were designed for use on this medal bar. Its reverse displays two sets of slotted bars. Two of the four accommodate the decorations’ jump rings. This is fairly normal. The second set of bars exists, however, and extends downward. They are designed for insertion through sewn-in loops on a tunic’s breast, which secures the medal bar.
$295.00
03-96 ENGRAVED - PERSONALIZED CIGARETTE CASE - LARGE 1914 IRON CROSS. This is a
very high quality cigarette case. It measures 3 1/2" x 3 1/4." The case’s front displays a regulation-sized example of a 1914 Iron Cross. That said, it is entirely silver, without the painted arms one associates with an Iron Cross. In its upper corner are the initials "HR." An interesting trim goes completely around the cigarette case, covering the reverse as well. It has been handsomely engraved by a jeweler on the reverse with:
"Zum andenken
u. d. Kriegsjahre 14-16
v. D. treuen Kriegskameraden
Korporal Hans Fiala
Dresden"
When opened, the case measures 3 1/2" x 6 1/4." It is marked "Alpaca" (German Silver) on the interior. The elastic bands that would have held the cigarettes are no longer present. It is a very handsome cigarette case of fine, mid-war quality.
$295.00
This week we are very pleased to offer you a Knight’s Cross with Swords of the Hohenzollern House Order (KCHHO). It was the second-highest decoration that Prussia awarded for bravery. It was generally issued as a prelude to the award of the Orden Pour le Mérite (PLM). The KCHHO, like the PLM, was an officer’s-only decoration. Approximately 5,500 KCHHO awards were made during WW I. It is a small number when one considers the number of officers who served in Germany’s military. It is also my understanding that this decoration was awarded considerably less often than WW II’s Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross. The history of the Hohenzollern House Order begins in 1851, during König Friedrich Wilhelm IV’s reign. It consists of a complete family of orders and decorations, which begin with a Collar (Kette) and extend through several classes. Our example is the one awarded for bravery during time of war. The cross measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/2." It features white enamel with black trim. A tiny chip appears on the six o’clock arm. The decoration’s center features green, white, black, and gold enamel. A Hohenzollern Eagle is featured absolutely dead-center. A green enamel wreath connects the arms. Extending through the body are two gilt swords. The decoration’s top displays a large, articulated, gilt crown. Attached to the crown’s reverse is a slot through which the ribbon is attached. (In this case, the ribbon is actually sewn to the slot). The cross’s reverse has the date the decoration was instituted. The reverse’s white enameled center displays Wilhelm Rex’s crowned cypher. The six o’clock arm’s edge is hallmarked "FR." It stands for the noted court jewelry firm, Gebrüder Friedlander. This fine firm was one of Kaiser Wilhelm II’s ablest court jewelers. Their enamel work was beyond reproach. They specialized in the Kaiser’s ultra-high-quality presentation gifts, as well as the superior cutlery they produced for the royal household. $1,895.00
05-1469 KNIGHT’S CROSS WITH SWORDS OF THE HOHENZOLLERN HOUSE ORDER - PRUSSIA.
The Military Merit Order was first instituted during the reign of König Ludwig II (Mad Ludwig) in 1866. It was established during or immediately after the 1866 Austro-Prussian War. In that war Bavaria was Austria’s ally against Prussia. The order was established with multiple classes. It was intended as an award to officers. Thus, it was awarded both with and without swords when it was awarded during wartime or peacetime. It was also awarded with a crown, which was a higher award level. The cross itself measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/2." The cross has blue enamel arms. The three o’clock arm has a slight mark on the obverse. It is not a full chip. All of the color remains, showing only a rub mark. The decoration’s center displays white, gold, and black enamel. In the center is Ludwig II’s gilt, crowned royal cypher. The reverse features the rampant Lion of Bavaria in gilt, along with the 1866 founding date. A fine set of crossed silver swords is attached to the upper arm, with a massive Bavarian Crown further attached to the swords. The crown is articulated, which allows it to tilt forward and back. Finally, the jump ring is attached to the crown’s top. The jump ring is hallmarked for .935 silver, which also makes the decoration .935 silver. A piece of ribbon that measures 2" is attached to the jump ring. The ribbon is blue, black, and white. It is most likely a mid-to-late war example of the order. Overall, it rates as a very fine example. $1,095.00
05-1470 MILITARY MERIT ORDER 4th CLASS - CROWN - SWORDS - BAVARIA.
05-1468 PRUSSIAN CROWN ORDER 3rd CLASS - GOLD
IN THE ORIGINAL
PRESENTATION CASE.
fine example of
the Prussian Crown Order 3rd Class. The Crown Order was first
issued beginning in 1861, during Prussian König Wilhelm I’s (later Kaiser
Wilhelm I’s) reign. It was a series of decorations that went from breast
stars and neck orders, to the award’s lower levels. Our offering today is a
Crown Order 3rd Class. It was the first award level to offer not
only an enameled center, but enamel arms. The decoration measures 1 1/2" x
1 1/2."
The cross’s arms are white enamel trimmed in gold. Its center features
"Gott mit Uns" in blue and gold enamel around a gilt crown. The
decoration’s reverse displays the date and year of the Crown Order’s
creation (18 October 1861). In its very center is Wilhelm I’s royal
cypher. One very important detail: all this particular decoration’s metal
parts are made of GOLD. It includes the frame, the crown and Wilhelm I’s
cypher. Naturally, it is an upgraded, privately-purchased example.
No manufacturer’s hallmark appears on the piece. Attached to the decoration
is a short length of cornflower-blue, silk ribbon. The decoration is housed
in the correct, original presentation case. The case measures 3 1/4" x
2 1/2" x 1."
It is made of black leatherette, with Wilhelm I’s crowned cypher embossed on
it in gold. Inside, the case’s upper lid is lined in white silk. The case’s
lower half is fitted to accommodate the decoration. It is lined in burgundy
velvet. The case is structurally sound and the catch that opens the case is
fully functional.
$1,295.00
This is a truly magnificent example
08-479 ORDER - HENRY LION OFFICER’S CROSS - BRAUNSCHWEIG.
of the Henry the Lion Officer’s Cross from the Duchy of Braunschweig. The
Henry the Lion Order was the principal decoration family from the small
duchy. Braunschweig fielded one cavalry regiment, one infantry regiment, and
one artillery battery. The orders from the decoration family included a
Collar (Kette), Grand Crosses, Commanders Crosses, Breast Stars,
Officer’s Crosses, and so on. The Officer’s Cross actually is a very high
level award from this decoration family. It was only awarded from 1908
through 1918. During those years, the total number awarded was TWO
HUNDRED TWENTY-EIGHT (228)!!! This was an amazingly small number.
When you think about it that is about one-third the number of PLM’s
awarded throughout WW I.
The cross measures 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" (57mm x 56mm). The convex cross’s arms
are a light-blue enamel. The enamel arms are housed within a silver gilt
frame. On the three o’clock arm’s lower point is missing a very small chip,
which we will show in the detailed photographs that accompany this
description. The decoration’s center features Braunschweig/Hannover’s (Braunschweig
was a vassal state to Hannover) Horse (in profile). The Horse is surrounded by a
circular gilt frame. At that frame’s top is a gilt Ducal crown.
[It is interesting to note that both Hannover and Braunschweig were annexed
by Prussia after the 1866 Austro-Prussian War. Hannover remained Prussia’s
vassal state, with no formal recognition or ruler. Braunschweig was under
Prussia’s direct authority until after May 1913, when Ernst August of
Braunschweig married Kaiser Wilhelm II’s only daughter, Viktoria Luise.
After that Ernst August was restored as the Herzog of Braunschweig, with
full rights to rule his Duchy].
The reverse features a gilt-silver finish, with a swollen pin and a large
clasp at the decoration’s bottom. The pin is marked "Silber." The
example was produced by the well known firm, Siebrecht. This very
rare and desirable decoration can be added to any collection.
$3,495.00
This is the 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class equivalent from the Grand Duchy of Hesse-Darmstadt. It is formally known as the Krieger-Ehrenzeichen in Eisen, Steckabzeichen (War Honor Badge in Iron, pinback decoration). The decoration was first authorized by Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig in 1917. It is quite unique looking and measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/2." It features a circular wreath of leaves, topped by a crown. The decoration’s center is cut out with an intertwined "EL." At the bottom is the number "25." The reverse shows a swollen pin, but no manufacturer hallmark. $450.00
08-477 KRIEGER-EHRENZEICHEN IN EISEN - HESSEN DARMSTADT.
This is a very fine example of the Military Service Cross 2nd Class from the Duchy of Braunschweig. Braunschweig has always been one of my favorite states. I find its history fascinating. The Duchy fielded one infantry regiment, one cavalry regiment, and one artillery battalion. The decoration is Braunschweig’s equivalent of the 1914 Iron Cross 2nd lass. It has some interesting differences. This includes being smaller (it measures 1 1/8" x 1 1/8"). It is almost prinzengroße-sized. It is bronze-toned. The obverse features "EA" (Herzog Ernst August, Kaiser Wilhelm II’s son-in-law) in the center, with a crown above and 1914 below. The reverse reads "Für Verdienst im Kriege"(For Service in War). The decoration has the correct ribbon, a wide yellow band flanked by two thinner blue bands. The decoration is in top condition. $175.00
08-478 MILITARY SERVICE CROSS 2nd CLASS - NON COMBATANTS - BRAUNSCHWEIG.
It has been some time since we have offered you a 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class in the highly-desirable prinzengroße size. This example measures 1 1/4" x 1 1/4." The obverse’s paint rates 100%. The frame that secures the Iron Cross is in excellent condition, and has a very pleasing appearance. The beading is even and consistent. The Iron Cross’s reverse also exhibits excellent paint. The correct prinzengroße ribbon is attached to the jump ring in a horizontal fashion. As we look at the ribbon’s reverse, we can see why this was done. A small safety pin has been attached so that the ribbon and Iron Cross can be secured to a tunic. It is most likely an officer-level decoration. An enlisted man or NCO simply would not wear this because it would raise eyebrows in Imperial Germany’s stratified society. You will search a long time to find a better example of the Prinzengroße Iron Cross. $995.00
09-861 1914 IRON CROSS 2nd CLASS - PRINZENGROßE.
This is a post WW I veterans’ set, where a man combined his 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class with the Hindenburg Cross with Swords for Combatants he received in 1934 or afterwards. The large, beige, faux-linen-covered case measures 6" x 3 1/4" x 1." Inside the case, the upper half is lined in white silk. The bottom half is claret-red velvet and stepped. That is, the upper section housing the Iron Cross is lower than the lower section housing the Hindenburg Cross. The two decorations are in very fine condition. The outer lid’s lower left corner exhibits some evidence of staining. A brass catch secures the case’s two halves. The case’s bottom displays a manufacturer’s tag with assorted writing on it. $550.00
09-862 DELUXE PRESENTATION CASE - 1914 IRON CROSS 2nd CLASS & HINDENBURG CROSS - SWORDS - COMBATANTS.
10-767 LEATHER CHANGE PURSE - HUSAREN-REGIMENT Nr 17 - BRAUNSCHWEIG. This is a personal item from the Duchy of Braunschweig’s legendary Husaren-Regiment Nr 17. It is a brown leather change purse that measures 2 1/2" x 3 3/4" when closed. When the flap is opened, it measures 4 3/4" x 3 3/4." The flap sports brass numbers "1" and "7." Between them is the Braunschweig-style Totenkopf (Death’s head). The change purse’s reverse displays a silver-toned device which depicts a feather wreath. The snap closure works perfectly. The leather is supple. The purse is in very fine condition. $550.00
This is a wonderful p
10-756 1914 KRONPRINZ WILHELM’S CHRISTMAS GIFT - PIPE - 5. ARMEE SOLDIERS.
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
This
10-757 1915 KRONPRINZ WILHELM’S CHRISTMAS GIFT - TOBACCO POUCH - 5. ARMEE SOLDIERS.
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
This is a consignment item. Every time I think I have found the most unusual piece, in short order I find one that is even more unusual. What we have is a circular sign that measures 28" in diameter and 2" thick. The obverse sports a black trim band measuring 2 3/4." The interior section is green and measures 22 1/4" in diameter. In the center is a black Iron Cross that measures 19 1/2" x 19 1/2." If one looks carefully at the Iron Cross, one sees a large number of nails driven into the wood to enhance the Iron Cross’s basic outline. These nails look like those typically used in furniture manufacturing. Two different designs/sizes of nails were used. In the Iron Cross’s center is another cross with an additional design in its interior. At the Iron Cross’s bottom, we see 1914/18 and a "W" for Kaiser Wilhelm II. The black area outside of the Iron Cross has a partial trim measuring 1/4" in length. Looking closely, we see small holes that have been drilled but not used in the Iron Cross ‘s interior. The black exterior reveals a limited number of nails. The Iron Cross has rows of nails with unused holes. This leaves the presentation with an unfinished appearance. The piece’s current owner, a longtime collector, explained the unfinished look. He tells me it is a patriotic piece. Patriotic because each nail was purchased by a loyal German, who was then allowed to hammer that nail home. Of course, he or she was "hammering" the Allies’ fate. The effort’s proceeds were then donated to some charitable or government group where the money would do some good. This explanation is confirmed (to me) by the empty nail holes. The outer ring’s 3 o’clock position, shows a break in the wood. The reverse sports a wire that serves as its hanger. Also, a screw-in hook is taped to the back. It may not be needed, but is present. It is a very large, heavy item. Its actual weight is approximately fifteen pounds. When packed, it weighs about eighteen pounds. Its special shipping carton measures 31" x 33 1/2 x 5." Obviously, extra shipping will be required. While we will be happy to sell it to a buyer outside the USA, he or she must be aware that shipping outside the USA will be VERY expensive. The shipping will be calculated to suit your needs and requirements. $995.00
12-661 XJB PATRIOTIC WOOD AND METAL (NAILS) IRON CROSS SIGN.
This is a German-language pamphlet/booklet that deals with the life of Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria (1858-1921). It was published in 1921, the year that the Kaiserin died. At the time of her death, she was exiled at Haus (Huis) Doorn in the Netherlands with her husband, Kaiser Wilhelm II. The booklet measures 12 1/4" x 9," and has a total of twenty-four pages. She was a princess of Schleswig-Holstein, who married Kronprinz Wilhelm in 1880. Wilhelm became Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1888, after the deaths of his father and grandfather in a period of ninety-nine days. The booklet has many photographs of the Kaiserin at various stages, along with a historical narrative of her life. $60.00
12-662 DIE KAISERIN BLATTER - DER ERINNERUNG by Dr. Bogdan Krieger.
This is a real find that excited me greatly when I discovered it. While I have seen many naval mützen, I have never been able to acquire one like this. The mütze’s body is feldgrau cotton (not wool). In the cap’s center is a reich’s kokarde. A black silk cap tally is attached in typical naval fashion. It is tied in the correct fashion. If you look carefully, both cap sides sport a sewn-in loop that helps secure the tally. Embossed in silver on the black cap tally is "1. Marinepionierkompagnie1." This was a small, elite unit which dealt with engineering duties the same as did the Army’s Pionier units. These duties included the construction of trenches, stringing of barbed wire, etc. No depot or other markings appear in the mütze’s interior. This very rare mütze’s overall condition is excellent. It is an important and very scarce piece of naval headdress. $2,695.00
13-785 ENLISTED MAN’S FELDGRAU MÜTZE - NAVY TROOPS - FLANDERS.
This is a period oil painting that shows the action of U-21 under the command of Kapitänleutnant Otto Hersing (1885-1960). Otto Hersing was a Pour le Mérite-winner who was famed among his fellow U-Boot commanders for sinking English battleships. Under his command the U-21 sank two older English battleships that were shelling Turkish troops at Gallipoli in May 1915. The first ship sunk was the H.M.S. Triumph, built in 1903 and displacing 11,985 tonnes. It was followed shortly by the H. M. S. Majestic, built in 1895 and displacing 14,900 tonnes. For these actions Hersing was invested with the Orden Pour le Mérite on 5 June 1915. The U-21 was launched in October 1913. She was commanded by Hersing from August 1914 to August 1918. During his time of command, the U-21 was responsible for sinking thirty-six merchant vessels and four warships. The painting shows the sinking of the H. M. S. Triumph. The H. M. S. Triumph is flanked by two escort ships. She has just been struck by the U-21's torpedo. The painting has been rendered in oil paint. In the lower left corner is "H.T. 8.82." The painting measures 11 3/4" x 19 1/4." It is enclosed in a simple brown wooden frame. The frame measures 16 1/4" x 23 3/4." The painting has no glass covering. On the reverse is a modern-day tag. It describes the action of the sinking of the H. M. S. Triumph. It mentions the date of the sinking as September 1916. This is inaccurate. The painting, which is quite colorful and shows a lot of action, is ready to hang on your wall. $175.00
13-778 OIL PAINTING - U-21 SINKING H.M.S. TRIUMPH.
This is a promotion patent for a naval officer. T he man’s last name was Heim. I cannot decipher his first name. It appears he was appointed to a high-level staff position. The document was signed on 27 May 1907. The document was signed boldly by Kaiser Wilhelm II. Below his signature is the signature of future Großadmiral Alfred von Tirpitz. This is very unusual. I have never seen a promotion patent signed by the Kaiser AND another individual. The sad thing about the document is that it is missing a section toward the top of the paper. Since promotion patents unfold, the damage appears on all four pages. [We will show it in greater detail on the photographs accompanying out description]. While the document does display this fault, the really good thing is that both signatures are undamaged (they appear on what would be page two). Without this fault, our expensive document would be a good bit MORE expensive. With the fault, we are offering the twice-signed document quite reasonably. $450.00
13-780 PROMOTION PATENT - NAVAL OFFICER - SIGNED - KAISER WILHELM II - ALFRED von TIRPITZ.
13-770 MEISSEN PLATE - OTTO WEDDIGEN - U-9. I have sought one of the plates honoring Otto Weddigen and the U-9's intrepid crew for years. I never found one that met my stringent standards and was worthy to offer you. Finally, I discovered this fine plate, manufactured by the noteworthy manufacturer, Meissen.
The U-9 was a small, prewar U-Boot that burned kerosene (!) as its power source. During September 1914, the tiny U-9, commanded by Kapitänleutnant Otto Weddigen, made history in a single hour. She sank three British cruisers within sixty minutes! Kaiser Wilhelm II was so delighted, he awarded Weddigen the 1914 Iron Crosses 1st and 2nd Class, and presented the Iron Cross 2nd Class to all the U-9's other officers and crewmen. A month later, the U-9 sank yet another British cruiser, at which time Weddigen was invested with the Knight’s Cross with Swords of the Hohenzollern House Order and the Orden Pour le Mérite. Scarcely six months later, Weddigen and the U-29's crew (his new assignment) were killed when a British battleship rammed them. Weddigen became a German national hero, since he was the first naval officer awarded the PLM. While later U-Boot commanders far exceeded Weddigen’s total amount of ships and tonnage sunk, noone was more famous or more revered by the German people. He was a superstar who, like Manfred von Richthofen, was asked for his autograph wherever he went. The plate we are offering today measures 10" in diameter. Depicted in blue on white, the U-9 sails across a rough ocean’s surface. One solitary man, clearly Weddigen, stands in the conning tower. The Kriegsflagge streams out high atop the tower. Another U-Boot is steaming along in the background. The plate’s bottom reads "U9." The plate’s exterior condition is absolutely stunning. Its reverse boasts Meissen’s emblematic crossed swords. Two small holes have been drilled in the plate’s ridge, which allows the placement of string or wire by which it can be hung on a wall. The choice remains open to the plate’s future owner. This is a fantastic tribute to Germany’s most famous WW I U-Boot commander. These plates are very scarce today. I have never seen a better example. $1,995.00
14-363 STATUE - GERMAN AVIATOR. This is a classic statue depicting a WW I German aviator. I have seen these in the past, and offered them to you on one or two occasions. The statue rests on a base that measures 3 3/4" x 3 3/4" x 3/4." The statue’s total height, from boot to upraised hand, measures 11 1/2." Its overall weight is 2 pounds, 11 ounces. The pilot is wearing what appears to be a double-breasted, leather flying jacket. He is also wearing high boots into which his trousers have been tucked. He sports an old-fashioned leather helmet. This helmet was used early in the war by pilots and observers alike. Its leather was hard-shelled, unlike the more commonly seen soft leather caps. [If you look carefully, you can see a ridge running down the helmet’s center. Its presence is how I identified the helmet’s style. Perched atop his helmet are his goggles. His right arm is raised in salute, and his left hand holds a propeller. Obviously, the propeller is not to a standard propeller’s scale, which would have been much taller. The entire presentation, however, presents the WW I aviator’s spirit. If you look under the base, you can see the twin bolts and nuts that secure the statue to its base. At one time, the base probably had some sort of cover to conceal its innards. It does not affect the statue’s ability to stand solidly and securely when it is displayed. Here is a unique opportunity to add this splendid piece to your statue or aviation collection. There is a portion of the thumb on the right hand that is missing. $1,595.00
14-364 WOOD/METAL PLAQUE - WORLD WAR I PILOT. This is a very interesting wooden plaque that measures 9 1/4" x 6 3/4" x 1/2." The wooden base is black. Attached to it is a high-relief, gold-toned German pilot’s likeness. The man is wearing a leather helmet. Perched high on his forehead is a pair of goggles. If you look at the reverse, you can see where the pilot is attached to the base with nuts and bolts. A loop at the top serves as a hanger. This is a very well made piece that would make a welcome addition to any aviation collection. $250.00
15-542 ENLISTED MAN TUNIC - KAISER ALEXANDER GARDE-GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 1 - PRUS
SIA. This is a fine enlisted man’s prewar dark-blue tunic from Kaiser Alexander Garde-Grenadier-Regiment Nr 1. The regiment was raised in 1814 and named in honor of Tsar Alexander of Russia. (Russia was Prussia’s ally during the Napoleonic Wars). The regiment was garrisoned in Berlin and attached to the Garde Korps. While 1. Garde-Regiment zu Fuß was the most elite Fuß-Regiment, Kaiser Alexander Garde-Grenadier-Regiment Nr 1 was the most elite Grenadier-Regiment. These two regiments were the only two German/Prussian regiments to still wear the mitre from the modern period (1897) of German headdress. [The two regiments were unusual not only because they wore the mitre for high dress occasions, but because they also wore pickelhauben (with and without the parade bush) for other dress occasions]. As mentioned above, the tunic that we are offering today is dunkel-blau in color. It features eight gold-toned buttons that extend down the tunic’s center. A thin red trim line extends down the tunic’s right edge. Its cuffs are red and feature three white cotton leitzen with three gilt buttons on them. The collar is also red with two large, white, red-centered leitzen. The shoulder straps are white. Each displays Kaiser (Tsar) Alexander’s crowned royal cypher embroidered in red. In its center at the bottom of the "A" is a "1." Each shoulder strap is sewn-in on one end and secured by a small gold button at the other. Each button displays a "10," which indicates the man served in Kompagnie Nr 10. The interior is in perfect condition. It was a privately-purchased tunic, since it has no depot markings. The tunic’s liner is black polished cotton. A loop is in each sleeve by which the man could hang up his tunic on a nail, etc. These two loops sport the firm’s name (I believe) that manufactured the tunic. The tags read "Fr. Ellmer Saarlouis." The tunic’s exterior is in very fine condition. It shows no moth damage and would be wonderful for display. It represents one of Germany’s premier infantry regiments. $1,450.00
15-543 PRUSSIAN OFFICER’S BROCADE BELT - FELDGRAU BELT BUCKLE. This is a superior-quality officer’s dress brocade belt. Attached to it is a feldgrau (subdued) Prussian officer’s belt buckle. The brocade belt is also subdued and in VERY fine condition. The belt’s backing is even subdued. It represents no specific regiment-type; it is just a generic Army belt. The belt measures 38" when set at maximum width. When set at minimum width, it measures 33." The buckle is in good condition, as well. Its coloring is even, with no issues or damage. The belt’s keeper is also present. This handsome belt is ready for display on its own, or attached to a wartime tunic. $995.00
This is a leutnant’s inter
15-541 INTERIM ATTILA - LEUTNANT - HUSAREN-REGIMENT Nr 14 - PRUSSIA.
im attila from Husaren-Regiment Landgraf Friedrich II. von Hessen-Homburg (2. Kurhess.) Nr 14. The regiment was raised in 1813 and based at Cassel. It was assigned to the XI. ArmeeKorps. The fine wool tunic is of the dunkel-blau (dark-blue) variety. All of the tresses and frogging are silver bullion, which is quite striking and has a finely-toned patina. The obverse has a total of ten (five to each side) rosette buttons. Five barrel buttons act as toggles to secure the tunic’s two halves together. A handsome pair of leutnant’s shoulder boards has been sewn onto the tunic. Each is secured on the shoulder board’s other end by a small, domed, silver-toned button. The tunic’s reverse has a further enhancement of silver bullion trim. Two additional silver rosette buttons are at the tunic’s tail for decorative purposes. Inside the tunic is a complete lining of high-quality, black, polished cotton rather than silk. It is more durable and less prone to snagging and tearing. It is quite attractive and has survived for ninety-plus-years. The tunic’s exterior is quite pleasing. I see perhaps 3-4 very small moth nips on the obverse. The reverse has two small moth nips. None of it is detractive in the least and the tunic displays quite attractively. This tunic is well priced, as we were able to buy it at a very reasonable price. $1,495.00
17-609 GOLD FOR IRON RING. Over the years I have seen many "Gold for Iron" rings. They usually were inexpensively made and of low quality. This example is far different. Its exterior boasts a fine dark finish. The ring’s front displays "Gold Für Eisen 1914." Between "Eisen" and "1914" is a small Iron Cross. The ring’s interior is particularly interesting. It presents a bright gilt finish. At first glance it appears to be gold, but it probably is another base material that has been highly polished to resemble gold. It is quite striking. This ring is intended for a woman and is a size 5 1/2. It exhibits the superior quality of an early war production. $150.00
19-199 AUTOGRAPHED SANKE CARD Nr 519 - RITTMEISTER MANFRED FREIHERR von RICHTHOFE
N. Manfred von Richthofen is arguably the most famous fighter pilot of all time. He brought a sense of dynamism to an emerging art of battle, while enjoying a celebrity in the early 20th Century that rivals a rock star’s in the 21st. Rittmeister Manfred Freiherr von Richthofen’s signature remains the single most-coveted autograph among collectors.
The legendary "Red Baron" (Der Rote Kampfflieger to Germans) transferred to the Imperial German Air Service from the cavalry. He graduated from military school before WW I began and had proudly joined an Ulanen-Regiment (Ulanen-Regiment Kaiser Alexander III von Rußland (Westpreußisches) Nr 1). Posted to the Eastern Front when World War I began, von Richthofen quickly realized it would not be a war of exciting cavalry charges – men on their noble steeds facing the enemy and attacking with drawn swords. As the situation rapidly deteriorated to trench warfare, he realized he needed to charge against the enemy on a winged "horse." He quickly sent a very impertinent letter to his commanding general, requesting transfer to the Air Service. After all, he wrote "I did not join the cavalry to deliver cheeses!" [A very cheeky missive for a young leutnant from minor East Prussian nobility]. Nevertheless, von Richthofen received his desired transfer. Manfred Von Richthofen started his aviation career as an observer, then wrangled his way into pilot training. His first efforts as a pilot were not exactly successful; he managed to crash his airplane! He finally passed the course and was assigned to an observation squadron.
Shortly afterward, Germany’s finest, most successful pilot, Oswald Boelcke, was allowed to institute the first Jagdstaffel. Dubbed Jastas for short, Boelcke’s vision was to assign single-seater scouts to their own squadrons (they had previously been distributed among observation squadrons), with the flexibility to prey upon enemy aircraft. They were removed from observation duty (although they did often protect observation planes) and were unleashed on French and British aircraft. Prior to Boelcke’s innovation, single-seater planes were assigned to observation squadrons, and the pilots were allowed to go out and harass enemy planes on a limited basis. Boelcke’s re conception unleashed "hunting squadrons" on the unprepared enemy. Although it seems very basic to us, but in 1916, barely a decade after the first recorded flight, it was a radical departure from previous airplane usage. Naturally, the change was helped by the invention of the "interrupter gear," which allowed machine guns to fire through a propeller’s blades.
As Boelcke organized his new squadron, he sought out eager young pilots whom he could mold into his new hunter-combatants. His star pupil was, of course, Manfred von Richthofen. Boelcke was once asked who was his best pilot and who held the greatest promise. Without a bit of hesitation Boelcke indicated that it was von Richthofen. The great Boelcke was killed in a collision with one of his own pilots in October 1916. Von Richthofen witnessed the terrible event where his mentor perished, with forty confirmed victories to his credit. At his death, Boelcke had more than DOUBLE his closest contemporary’s kills.
Manfred von Richthofen achieved his 16th victory in January 1917, and was awarded the coveted Pour le Mérite. He was assigned his own Jasta (Jasta 11), which had been an underperforming unit. Under his command, a quick turnaround soon produced such famous aces as Kurt Wolff, Karl-Emil Schäfer, Karl Allmenröder, Ernst Udet, and Manfred’s brother, Lothar von Richthofen. Such was Manfred von Richthofen’s success that he was given command of the first Fighter Wing, JG 1 (Jagdgeschwader Nr 1). This unit (comprising Jastas 4, 6, 10, and 11), with its brightly-colored planes (including Manfred von Richthofen’s red Albatros D. Va and Fokker Dr 1) became known as the "Flying Circus." Von Richthofen was shot down in July 1917. Shot in the head, he narrowly escaped death. Even though he took several months off to recover, he was never the person he had been. He became morose, brooding, and certain he would not survive the war. He had seen most of JG 1's pilots (including those noted above) fall in combat. His flying became erratic. Although he continued to do his duty, this was not the Manfred von Richthofen of October 1916 through July 1917.
In April 1918 he attained his 80th victory. He was put forward for the award of the Pour le Mérite with Oak Leaves. It was denied. He was awarded instead the Order of the Red Eagle 3rd Class with Crown and Swords. General Erich von Ludendorff, von Hindenburg’s right arm and Chief-of-Staff, scoffed at the denial, saying von Richthofen was worth more than a division with his accomplishments. Finally, on 21 April 1918, the fate von Richthofen had sensed shadowing him came true. He was shot down while pursuing what he felt was an easy score. Arguments rage to this day whether he was shot down by RAF Pilot Roy Brown or by Australian machine gunners on the ground. Like his hero Boelcke, who had a squadron named after him on his death (Jasta Boelcke) JG 1 was renamed for Richthofen. It was carried forward as an elite unit in the Luftwaffe during World War II, and exists today as JG 77.
Our offering today is a signed Sanke Card of "Der Rittmeister." Nr 519 is one of von Richthofen’s more unusual Sanke Cards. It shows him in the center, flanked by Generalleutnant Ernst von Hoeppner (the Imperial German Air Service’s commander) on the right and Oberstleutnant Thomsen (von Hoeppner ‘s Chief-of-Staff) on the left. Von Richthofen achieved the rank of Rittmeister on 7 April 1917. It is a cavalry rank, "Captain of the Horse," equal to that of an Army Hauptmann (Captain). At the card’s bottom, boldly signed in black ink, is "Freiherr von Richthofen - Rittmeister." The card is in crisp, mint condition. $3,995.00
21-241 STICKPIN - L.Z. 129 - HINDENBURG. This is a stickpin for the zeppelin Hindenburg (L.Z. 129). The airship, along with the Graf Zeppelin (L.Z. 127), was famous the world over as Germany ambassador. The Hindenburg exploded in flames 6 May 1937 over Lakehurst, NJ. The stickpin is gilt-toned, and has the airship designation number stamped on the hull. The stickpin was also made after 1933, as the Hindenburg’s rudders display swastikas. The stickpin’s overall length is 1 3/4," while the zeppelin’s width is 1 1/2." $110.00
21-242 TINNIE - ZEPPELIN - FRIEDRICHSHAFEN. This is a tinnie that measures 1 1/8" x 1 3/4." Two small holes are drilled into either end. At the tinnie’s top a zeppelin floats in the sky over the city of Friedrichshafen. The city is located on Lake Constanz. The zeppelin’s early hangers were constructed on the lake. If we look carefully, we can see a hanger with another zeppelin in it. At the top is "Friedrichshafen A/B." At the bottom is "Luftschiffbau Zeppelin." It is an interesting piece. $95.00
$95.00
21-238 ZEPPELIN CANDY BAG. This is one of the zeppelin candy bags that were very popular in Germany. The bag measures 8 1/2" x 3 3/4," and has a flap that folds over. These were used in the 1920's and 1930's. The bag’s front shows a zeppelin showering candy on children below. On the reverse of the bag is the "Zeppelin Song." The price is on the obverse and reverse, 10 Pfennig. The bag is in MINT condition.
This is a simply stunning single General der Infanterie’s shoulder board from Königin Augusta Garde-Grenadier-Regiment Nr 4. The regiment was raised in 1860 and garrisoned in Berlin. Like all Garde-Regiments, it was assigned to the GardeKorps. The shoulder board measures 6 1/2" x 3." It features intertwined, Russian-style gold and silver bullion loops. Small black chevrons appear in the silver bullion rope, which confirm the shoulder board is Prussian. Königin (later Kaiserin) Augusta’s massive, gilt, crowned royal cypher appears in the shoulder board’s center. (She was Kaiser Wilhelm I’s wife and Kaiser Wilhelm II’s grandmother). Flanking it are a General der Infanterie’s twin silver pips. (The rank was equivalent to a Lieutenant General in the U.S. Army). [Note that the silver pips indicate the shoulder boards were for an à la Suite officer. That is, the royal or noble officer who held the rank did so on an honorary basis. It was NOT an actual command rank]. The reverse reveals an interesting feature. The shoulder board has a strap that allowed it to be buttoned to a tunic or overcoat, rather than being sewn-in. This is generally referred to as a slip-on shoulder board. The second interesting feature is the light-blue underlay indicative of this particular regiment. It is through the underlay and the cypher that we can identify the shoulder board to this regiment. It dates from 1890. $1,595.00
23-314 SINGLE SHOULDER BOARD - GENERAL der INFANTERIE - KÖNIGIN AUGUSTA GARDE-GRENADIE
R-REGIMENT Nr 4 - PRUSSIA.
This is an oberstleutnant’s shoulder boards from Infanterie-Regiment Ferdinand von Braunschweig (8. Westfälisches) Nr 57. The regiment was founded in 1860 and garrisoned at Wesel. It was attached to the VII. ArmeeKorps. Each shoulder board measures 5 3/4" x 2 1/4." They have intertwined silver bullion ropes flecked with black chevrons, which confirm it was a Prussian regiment. One shoulder board has a small cut in a small portion of its silver bullion. Each shoulder board sports a gilt pip that proclaims its wearer as an oberstleutnant. In addition, the shoulder boards’ centers bear a gilt "57" as the regimental designation. Their reverses reveal a blue overlay. This matches the center of the regiment’s epaulettes. Some mothing appears on the blue material of each shoulder board. In addition, straps allow the shoulder boards to be slipped onto either the owner’s tunic or overcoat. It is a fine pair of shoulder boards from a regiment that saw service during wars in 1864, 1866, 1870, and 1914. $475.00
23-315 PAIR OF OBERSTLEUTNANT SHOULDER BOARDS - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 57 - PRUSSIA.
$250.00
23-312 PAIR OF LEUTNANT EPAULETTES - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 67 - PRUSSIA. This is a pair of leutnant’s epaulettes from 4. Magdeburgisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 67. The regiment was founded in 1860 and garrisoned at Metz. It was attached to the XVI. ArmeeKorps. The Prussian regiment saw action in the 1864 Danish-Prussian War, the 1866 Austro-Prussian War, the 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian War, and WW I. The epaulettes have tarnished gilt moons around their edges. The felt’s interior color is yellow. Brass "67" designations for the regiment appear on the yellow material. The epaulette’s reverse is covered in red felt. Their overall condition is quite pleasing.
28-125 STICKPIN - HUSAREN-REGIMENT Nr 17/INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 92 - BRAUNSCHWEIG. This is a very fine example of a stickpin from the Duchy of Braunschweig’s Husaren-Regiment Nr 17 or Infanterie-Regiment Nr 92. The stickpin’s central theme is the Totenkopf. In this case, it is the Totenkopf used by the two Braunschweig regiments rather than that of the two Prussian Husaren-Regiments. The stickpin is silvered, and in very fine condition. $175.00
32-92 OVAL-SHAPED IRON CROSS PATRIOTIC PIN. This is one of the more beautiful and interesting patriotic pins I have seen in quite awhile. It is oval-shaped and measures 1 3/4" x 1." On the obverse is a 1914 Iron Cross in black and gold. It appears on a white enamel field. To the left is an assortment of flowers in at least five different colors. It just is a very well made, colorful, patriotic Iron Cross pin. $195.00
This is a fetching table scarf that measures 23" x 25 1/2." It is one-sided. The obverse is printed in red and black over the white material. It comes from before WW I. At the top it shows a schematic of the Gewehr 88, which was the model before the legendary Gewehr 98 rifle used by millions of German troops during WW I. Other interesting details of marksmanship appear elsewhere on the scarf. The scarf’s center also displays a wide variety of Prussian medals, from the 1870 Iron Cross 2nd Class through the Pour le Mérite. It would make a wonderful table cover on which to display your other collectibles. $95.00
34-81 TABLE SCARF - MILITARY MOTIF.
36-144 FRAMED VIVAT RIBBON - 400 YEARS - HOUSE HOHENZOLLERN. This is a very handsome Vivat Ribbon that has been framed. The ribbon commemorates 500 years of rule by the House of Hohenzollern, from 1415 to 1915. Along with Kaiser Wilhelm II, one sees many of his celebrated and lesser-known ancestors. The ribbon is made of silk and is creme-colored. It measures 15" x 2 1/2." The Vivat is neatly framed in a custom frame measuring 20 1/4" x 6 3/4." Within the frame, the Vivat is enclosed in a matte, which measures 19" x 5 1/4." The frame is made of gold-toned wood. The reverse reveals that the framing was accomplished by a German firm. It has a hanger and is ready to place on YOUR wall. $175.00
38-2215 POSTCARD - KAISER WILHELM II. This postcard shows Kaiser Wilhelm II in dress uniform. It was specifically intended for use as a Feldpostkarte. A brief message is written on the obverse. Another message is written on the reverse, along with the recipient’s address. It is postmarked from a hospital at Golitz. $15.00
38-2216 POSTCARD - PRINCESS HERZELEIDE’S WEDDING - HOUSE HOHENZOLLERN. This is an interesting portrait which depicts the various Hohenzollern princes and princesses from 1935 through 1945. It shows them attending the marriage of Prussian Princess Herzeleide. She was Prince Oskar’s daughter. Oskar (1888–1958) was Wilhelm II’s fifth son. Herzeleide married Prince Karl Biron von Curland (1907-1982) in Potsdam on the 15 August 1938. A number of the younger men are in period German Army uniforms. $15.00
38-2217 MEMORIAL POSTCARD - KAISERIN/WIFE - KAISER FRIEDRICH III. This postcard is for the memory of Kaiser Friedrich II’s wife (Wilhelm II’s mother), who died in 1901. He died of cancer in 1888. The photograph shows his marble effigy in his mausoleum. It is titled "Zur Errinerung an die Beisetzung Ihrer hochseligen Majestät Kaiserin Friedrich im Mausoleum der Fridienskirche zu Potsdam" (In Memory of our late lamented Majesty Empress Frederick’s Funeral in the Mausoleum of Peace Church at Potsdam). A message is written on the obverse. The reverse has an address and a postage stamp. The cancellation stamp is marked 1901. $15.00
38-2218 POSTCARD - QUOTE - KAISER WILHELM II - WW I’S OUTSET. This postcard has a quote on the obverse, "Ich kenne keine Parteien mehr, Kenne nur noch Deutsche (I know of no parties, only Germans). Wilhelm II. 4. August 1914." The card’s background is stark black, with the quote in white lettering and Imperial Germany’s national across the lower left corner. It was issued to benefit German Veterans. $15.00
38-2219 POSTCARD - GERMAN ROYAL FAMILY. This postcard shows the Kaiser and Kaiserin. Seen with them are their seven children and, at that point, two daughters-in-law. The postcard celebrates the pair’s silver wedding anniversary. The Kaiser is wearing the Regiment der Garde du Corps uniform (complete with its parade eagle). $20.00
38-2220 COLOR POSTCARD - KAISERIN AUGUSTA VIKTORIA - WOUNDED OFFICER - HOSPITAL. This color postcard shows the Kaiserin as she visits a wounded officer in the hospital. She is handing him a bunch of flowers. It is titled "Des Volkes Dank ist euch Gewiss!" (The people’s thanks is certain to you!). $15.00
38-2221 POSTCARD - KAISER WILHELM II - SON KRONPRINZ WILHELM - GRANDSON PRINZ WILHELM. This postcard shows three generations of Imperial Germany’s rulers, which, when it was published, were the present and expected Kaisers. It was not to be, however. Wilhelm II (1859-1941) abdicated as Kaiser in 1918. His son, Kronprinz Wilhelm (1882-1951), became the throne’s Pretender until his death in 1951. Prinz Wilhelm (1906-1940, Wilhelm II’s grandson, also appears in the photograph. He renounced his claim to the German throne in 1933 to marry a commoner. He died in combat seven years later (1940) with the German Army in France. The postcard is marked as Nr 2081 from Gustav Liersch’s well-known firm. The postcard’s reverse is stamped "Zum 50. Geburstage unseres Kaisers" (The 50th Birthday of our Kaiser), indicating it is a special edition entitled "Drei Generationen" (Three Generations). $20.00
38-2222 COLOR POSTCARD - KAISER WILHELM II. This color postcard shows Kaiser Wilhelm II in a German Special Order’s red jacket. He is wearing a neck order and a sash with an order on it. He is also wearing the Special Order’s breast star and decoration. The postcard is dated 1906. $20.00
38-2223 COLOR POSTCARD - KAISER WILHELM II. This color postcard shows Kaiser Wilhelm II in a German Special Order’s red jacket. He is wearing a neck order and a sash with an order on it. He is also wearing the Special Order’s breast star and decoration. Some minor damage to the postcard appears on one spot of the coat. $12.00
38-2224 POSTCARD - KAISER WILHELM II - GENERALFELDMARSCHALL PAUL von HINDENBURG. This postcard shows Kaiser Wilhelm II and Generalfeldmarschall Paul von Hindenburg meeting at the front. Kaiserin Augusta Viktoria’s dedication and her reproduction signature, dated 1915, appear on the postcard’s bottom. The reverse reveals that the postcard was issued under the German Red Cross and the Kaiserin’s auspices. A handwritten message also appears. Along with a cancelled postage stamp, we see that the postcard was mailed in 1917. $20.00
38-2225 POSTCARD - WEDDING - PRINZ LOUIS FERDINAND - PRUSSIA. Prussia’s Prinz Louis Ferdinand (1907-1994) was Kronprinz Wilhelm’s second son. He became the Kronprinz when his older brother, Wilhelm, renounced his claim to Germany’s throne in 1933. Louis Ferdinand married Grand Duchess Kira Kirillovna (1909-1967) in 1938. The first ceremony was Russian Orthodox and took place in Potsdam. The second ceremony was a Lutheran ceremony that took place at Haus Doorn in the Netherlands. Haus Doorn was Kaiser Wilhelm II’s (Prinz Louis Ferdinand’s grandfather) place of exile. The postcard shows the wedding party at Haus Doorn. Among the celebrants are Kaiser Wilhelm II, his son, Kronprinz Wilhelm, and his son’s wife, Kronprinzessin Cecilie. $20.00
43-70 POSTCARD - GENERAL-LIEUTENANT GRAF F. E. KELLER - RUSSIA. This postcard shows Russian General-Lieutenant Graf F. E. Keller. He is in uniform, wearing several orders and decorations. $10.00
43-72 POSTCARD - GENERAL-LIEUTENANT A. M. STÖSSEL - RUSSIA. This is a postcard that depicts Russian General-Lieutenant A. M. Stössel. He is in uniform, with a neck order and one other decoration. $10.00
43-73 POSTCARD - GENERAL KUROPATKIN - RUSSIA. This postcard shows Russian General Kuropatkin in full dress uniform. He is wearing a large medal bar, a neck order, two breast stars, and a sword. $10.00
43-74 COLOR POSTCARD - GERMAN TROOPS - TRENCH. This color postcard shows German troops in an early trench. They are wearing pickelhauben and not stahlhelms. On the reverse we see that it was mailed from a hospital as a Feldpostkarte in 1916. $15.00
43-75 COLOR POSTCARD - GENERALFELDMARSCHALL PAUL von HINDENBURG. This color postcard shows the quintessimal Prussian General, Paul von Hindenburg. It is from a postcard series and shows the general in 1914. Under his likeness is a reproduction of the general’s signature. $15.00
43-76 POSTCARD - GENERALOBERST von HEERINGEN. This postcard shows Generaloberst von Heeringen. He is wearing a pickelhaube. $15.00
43-77 COLOR POSTCARD - HUSSAR SQUADRON LEADING GERMAN TROOPS - BATTLE. This color postcard shows an officer with his sword drawn, leading his mounted Hussar Squadron into battle. In turn, they are leading other German troops into battle. Lying on the ground in front of the officer is a vanquished French soldier. The postcard’s lower right corner sports a 1914 Iron Cross. $15.00
43-78 POSTCARD - GENERALFELDMARSCHALL PAUL von HINDENBURG. This postcard shows von Hindenburg in uniform. He is wearing an extensive medal bar, as well as a PLM at his throat. He is also wearing a breast star and a 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class. Below his likeness is a dedication and a reproduction of von Hindenburg’s signature. The postcard was mailed in 1915. $15.00
43-79 COLOR POSTCARD - MOUNTED ULANEN - VILLAGE. This color postcard shows two Ulanen riding their horses near a walking German soldier. Together they are leading a herd of cows through a small village. Behind them, villagers are looking on. Perhaps the cows belonged to the villagers and were confiscated by the soldiers. $15.00
43-80 COLOR POSTCARD - TWO CHILDREN PLAYING SOLDIER. This color postcard shows two young boys wearing helmets and uniforms as they play with a cannon. The cannon is assaulting a castle and its troops. It is titled "Schweres Geschütz" (Heavy Artillery). The reverse shows it was mailed as a Feldpostkarte in 1915, under the V. Armee High Command’s authority. $15.00
43-81 POSTCARD - GERMAN OFFICERS-. This postcard shows a group of officers emerging from a building. Information about the postcard’s subject is handwritten on the reverse. It mentions the date 14 May 1918. $20.00
43-82 POSTCARD - OFFICER REVIEWING TROOPS. This postcard shows a senior officer reviewing a large body of troops. The men are wearing stahlhelms. Information about the postcard’s subject appears on the reverse. It is dated 14 May 1918. $20.00
44-01 POSTCARD - VIZE-ADMIRAL N. J. SKRYDLOFF - RUSSIA. This is a postcard of Russian Vize-Admiral N. J. Skrydloff. He is wearing a most-impressive, full dress uniform. He sports a massive medal bar. He also wears several breast stars on both sides of his tunic. $10.00
44-02 POSTCARD - S. M. S. GÖBEN - S. M. S. BRESLAU. This postcard shows the S. M. S. Göben and the S. M. S. Breslau. They are sailing into a port. They were handed over early in WW I to Germany’s ally Turkey. They remained under the command of German officers and were sailed by German crews. They were renamed with Turkish names to reflect this action. The postcard is from an illustration by noted German naval artist Professor Willy Stöwer. $15.00
44-03 POSTCARD - RUSSIAN NAVY SHIPS - BATTLE. This postcard shows Russian ships as they fight in battle, under shelling from the Kaiserliche Marine. It comes from a painting entitled "Vernichtung russicher Kriegsschiffe" (Destruction of Russian Warships) by noted German naval artist Professor Willy Stöwer. $15.00
44-04 COLOR POSTCARD SHOWING RUSSIAN NAVY SHIPS IN BATTLE. This color postcard shows Russian ships as they fight in battle, under shelling from the Kaiserliche Marine. It comes from a painting entitled "Vernichtung russicher Kriegsschiffe" (Destruction of Russian Warships) by noted German naval artist Professor Willy Stöwer. The illustration is in black and white, while the postcard’s reverse is multicolored. $15.00
44-05 COLOR POSTCARD - S. M. S. KÖNIGIN LUISE - BATTLE. This is a very interesting and high quality postcard. It is from a HAND-colored original sketch. The caption reads "Untergang des Minendampfers Königin Luise und des englischen Kreuzers "Amphion" vor der Themsemündung" (Sinking of the Minesweeper Steamship "Queen Louise" and the British cruiser "Amphion" at the Thames estuary ). A message is handwritten on the reverse. It was mailed as a Feldpostkarte in 1918. $30.00
44-06 POSTCARD - S. M. S. HESSEN. This postcard shows the battleship S. M. S. Hessen. She is passing under a bridge from Kiel. Much of her crew can be seen on the deck. The caption reads "S. M. S. Hessen die Hochbrücke bei Rendsburg passierend" (S. M. S. Hesse passing under the bridge at Rendsburg). The postcard was mailed 23 November 1916. $15.00
44-07 POSTCARD - GERMAN WARSHIPS - WILHELMSHAVEN. This postcard shows several German ships tied up at piers in Wilhelmshaven. A message is written on the obverse, as was the custom with this type of postcard. The reverse sports a large area for the recipient’s address. It was mailed in 1903 from Wilhelmshaven. $15.00
40-282 XJY ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPH - MAN - ALBATROS D. V.
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