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17-520
PATRIOTIC PENDANT - AUSTRIAN GENERAL. This is a circular patriotic pendant
of an Austrian General. It measures 1" in diameter and appears to be made of
zinc.
$20.00
17-521
PATRIOTIC PENDANT - AUSTRIAN GENERAL.
17-522
PATRIOTIC PENDANT - AUSTRIAN GENERAL. This is a circular patriotic pendant
of an Austrian General. It measures 1" in diameter and appears to be made of
zinc.
$20.00
17-310 HONOR GIFT OR PRIZE FOR THE CITY OF DÜSSELDORF. I am not sure exactly for what this was presented. Based on the translation, it was an honor gift or prize from the City of Düsseldorf. It is quite large and measures 2 ½" x 2 ½". The arms are made of green enamel. The center has the coat-of-arms of Düsseldorf. It is manufacturer hallmarked on the reverse, AND .800 silver hallmarked. This could be used as a pendant or for display. $175.00. .
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17-516 AUSTRIAN SILVER COIN PENDANT - WITH LIKENESS KAISER
FRANZ JOSEF. This is a most interesting pendant
that uses a fancy silver frame to house an Austrian silver coin. The framed
presentation measures 3/4" in diameter, while the coin itself measures 1 1/4"
in diameter. The obverse has a likeness of Kaiser Franz Josef. The reverse
bears the Austrian crown and the date 1914. It is very handsome, and
ready to place on a silver or gold chain.
$125.00
17-597 1914 IRON CROSS PATRIOTIC PENDANT. This is a circular patriotic pendant that measures 1" in diameter. On the obverse is a painted Iron Cross, surrounded by a wreath of leaves. At first glance it looks like it might be a locket, but this is not the case. The reverse is undecorated. It shows no manufacturer’s or silver hallmarking. $95.00
17-579 PENDANT WITH A LIKENESS OF KAISER WILHELM I. This is a pendant that displays a photographic likeness of Kaiser Wilhelm I. It opens and a different picture can be placed inside if one so desires. It measures 1 ½" x 1" x 1/4." It is silver-toned. $125.00
17-613 HEART-SHAPED PENDANT - IRON CROSS. This is a beautifully made pendant in the shape of heart. The pendant measures 1" x 1." The pendant’s front features a black enamel Iron Cross. A small rhinestone appears below the Iron Cross. The heart opens and houses two small photographs of a man and woman. It is a simple Great War patriotic piece with a ton of character. $150.00

This is a lovely, glass-domed, patriotic pendant that features an Iron Cross as its primary motif. It measures 1" in diameter. Its outer edge is encircled with a twisted, silver-toned bezel from which a jump ring extends. Its base is of a copper-flecked material which is also under glass. A replica of a 1914 Iron Cross has been cut out of some material then hand painted and placed in the pendant’s center, under the glass. Hand painted, crossed branches of laurel and oak leaves (with acorns) have been placed beneath it. It is a simply gorgeous piece. $150.00
17-598 GLASS-DOMED PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS PENDANT.
17-332 IRON CROSS PATRIOTIC PENDANT. This is one of the ever-popular Iron Cross pendants. It is circular-shaped and about the size of a U.S. nickel. Suspended freely in the center and attached to a rope-like device is an enameled 1914 Iron Cross. The item is in laudable condition. $95.00 . .
17-610 SILVER PENDANT - SILVER COIN - KÖNIG WILHELM I - PRUSSIA. This is a marvelous combination of a Prussian silver coin for then König (and future Kaiser) Wilhelm I with a bezel that allowed a lucky lady to wear it as a pendant on a chain around her neck. The bezel is quite heavy and wide. It measures 1 1/4" in diameter. The bail (connects the pendant to a necklace) is marked .800 silver. This means it was produced after 1885, when the silver marking standard was changed by an aging Kaiser Wilhelm I. The coin, however, is dated 1866 (Prussia’s big year, when she and her allies made short work of Austria, etc. in the Austro-Prussian War: a good warmup for the 1870-1871 Franco Prussian War). It shows the Prussian king in profile on the obverse, surrounded by the words "Wilhelm Koenig von Preussen." The coin’s reverse features the Hohenzollern Eagle and these words around its edge "Ein Vereins Thaler XXX Ein Pfund Fein"(An Association Dollar Thirty a Pound Fine). A small capital "A" is evident just beneath Wilhelm’s profile on the obverse. It is probably an indication which artist designed this special coin for whatever association benefitted by its sale. $150.00
12-344 OVERSIZED 1914 IRON CROSS PENDANT. I am not quite sure what was the use for this oversized Iron Cross, although it appears to be of a patriotic nature. Having said that, it is quite large, measuring 3" x 2 e." It is about the size of a Grand Cross. It is stamped and has a loop at the top where it could have been worn as a pendant. However, this is huge! It would have taken up a LOT of space under a ladys neck. It is stamped and there is a wreath of leaves that connects the arms of the cross. It is more likely that it was used as a wall decoration. This is definitely a different kind of item! $175.00
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17-603 PENDANT - SOLDIER.
17-312 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS PENDANT. This unusually-shaped pendant features an enameled Iron Cross in the center. There is a small chip in one corner of the Iron Cross. The oblong wreath has a series of gently scalloped edges. The wreath itself consists of a flower and filigree design that appears to have been covered with a "wash" of white paint at one time. Much of the wash has worn off on the back, although it still serves to accentuate the flowers on the front of the piece. The Iron Cross has been superimposed on top of this distinctive wreath. The entire piece is very delicate. It measures 1" in length. $95.00 . . .
17-391 TRENCH ART PATRIOTIC PENDANT. This is a rather interesting patriotic pendant of the trench art variety. Two bullets are connected to a chain. One of the bullets has a decorative edge around it. This is really different! $60.00 .
17-104 KNEELING SOLDIER PATRIOTIC PENDANT. A silver-toned patriotic pendant that is cut out and has a kneeling soldier in the center. The soldier is shown in profile and is wearing a pickelhaube, full pack, and aiming his Mauser rifle. Very fine condition and quality. $95.00
This is a lovely patriotic pendant/locket that features the photo portraits of a soldier and his sweetheart or wife on opposite sides. It measures 1 1/4" x 1." The colorized portrait photos are enclosed in a gold-toned circlet, which is further enclosed within a stylized heart. The heart’s top "bows" feature scalloped, gold-toned shapes dripping down from them, while its bottom section rather resembles an anchor’s point. (Whether this meant the man was involved with the Navy, or it was just Art Deco styling, who knows)? A tiny replica of a 1914 Iron Cross decorates the pendant just below the jump ring at the heart’s top. Both photos have some age damage to them. The man appears to be in civilian dress, so he may have survived the war. It is very touching. $150.00
17-592 PATRIOTIC PENDANT/LOCKET - SOLDIER - SWEETHEART.
17-593 IRON CROSS PATRIOTIC PENDANT. This is a patriotic pendant that features a 1914 Iron Cross. It measures 3/4" in diameter. It features a laurel leaf and berry wreath in high-relief around its edges. A small replica of a 1914 Iron Cross hangs from a ribbon suspended at the ten and two o’clock positions. Both ribbon and EK also are high-relief. The pendant may be made of "German Silver" (nickel). It is not hallmarked for actual silver. $125.00
17-383 PATRIOTIC PHOTOGRAPH PENDANT. This is a patriotic pendant that is gold toned. In the center is a colorized photo of a young enlisted soldier wearing his prewar tunic and mutze. $75.00 . .
17-283 PATRIOTIC PENDANT. This is an unusually shaped pendant highlighted by a 1914 Iron Cross. The pendant has the appearance of a flower. The entire arrangement is made of enamel. The four different colors of enamel used here make it a striking, marvelous piece. $85.00
17-575 SINGLE-SIDED KAISER WILHELM II PENDANT/ CHARM.
Rings
17-604 GOLD IRON CROSS RING - DIAMONDS. This is one of the finest
patriotic rings I have ever seen. In my opinion, it is something that a
woman might have worn. That said, it will also fit a man (it is a size 7
1/4), so more power to you if you want to wear it. The ring’s center
features an Iron Cross embedded with five small diamonds. One is in each arm
and a larger one appears in the center. Flanking the Iron Cross on the band
is an elegant design. Inside the ring we see hallmarking for .585.
(This equals 14K). If you are looking for a special gift, you cannot go
wrong with this.
$95.00
10-675 SOLDIER’S RING - FÜSILIER-REGIMENT Nr 36 - PRUSSIA. This is a ring for a soldier who served in Füsilier-Regiment Generalfeldmarschall Graf Blumenthal (Magdeburgisches) Nr 36. This regiment was founded in 1815. The ring has a shoulder strap in the center which has light blue enamel and the regiment number in red in the center of the strap. To the left and right of the strap there is an intricate setting of leaves and I also see a sword. (Melissa, please look at this item and the description and see if you can punch it up). On the band which is on either side of the strap we see 1914 and 1917, the years that this soldier had served to date in this regiment. So this is most likely a war time ring unless he was wounded and invalided out of the army. This ring is very attractive and is a size 10.
This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. It is silver-toned. The dates 1914 and 1916 flank the Iron Cross. The ring’s center is in the shape of a shield. On that shield is the Iron Cross, and three diagonal stripes in red, black, and white. These represent Imperial Germany’s national colors. The ring is a size 9. $75.00
17-544 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This silver-toned ring has the legend "Pro Patria 1915" on its silver band. The ring is a size 5. $75.00
17-545 PRO PATRIA PATRIOTIC RING.
This ring has an enamel center with Germany’s and Turkey’s national colors. It is dated 1916. Inside the band is hallmarking for.800 silver. This is a size 7 1/2. $95.00
17-601 PATRIOTIC RING CELEBRATING GERMAN AND TURKISH COOPERATION.
This is a simple patriotic ring that commemorates service on the Eastern Front at Riga in 1916. The following year, Russia dropped out of the war. It appears to be a simple aluminum band. Engraved on the band is "Vor Riga 1916." The ring is a size 10 3/4. $50.00
17-599 PATRIOTIC RING - SERVICE - EASTERN FRONT - RIGA.
The central theme of this ring is a shield. Contained within the shield are an Iron Cross and diagonal stripes of red, black, and white. These represent Germany’s national colors. Inside the band, the ring is hallmarked .800 silver. The ring is a size 8 1/2. $75.00
17-555 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is a very petite, patriotic Iron Cross ring for a woman, or perhaps a child. It is silver and features an Iron Cross as its central theme. Flanking the Iron Cross are the dates "1914" and "1915." It is a well made, high-quality ring, just very small. This ring is a perfect fit for a women's pinky. The ring is a size 3 3/4. $65.00
17-556 PATRIOTIC RING.
This is a larger version of the always-popular "1914 Vaterland Danks" ring. This is a size 10 1/2. $60.00
17-557 PATRIOTIC 1914 VATERLAND DANKS RING.
This is a patriotic ring with an Iron Cross as its central motif. The band is gold-toned. It has a black Iron Cross in its center. It is a size 6 3/4. $50.00
17-560 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is a patriotic ring with an Iron Cross as its central motif. The band is gold-toned. It has a black Iron Cross in its center. It is a size 6 1/4.$50.00
17-561 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
$50.00
17-558 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a patriotic ring in which the Iron Cross is the central theme. The band is silver-toned. It features a large Iron Cross. The ring is a size 5 1/2.
This is a patriotic ring in which the Iron Cross is the central theme. The band is gold-toned. It features an Iron Cross. The ring is a size 7 1/2. $50.00
17-559 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. The ring is silver-toned. The central theme is an Iron Cross. On the left is 1914 and on the right is 1916. The band is dimpled. It is a size 11." $75.00
17-551 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. The central theme is an Iron Cross. The ring is brass toned. It is a size 9 1/2." $75.00
17-552 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. The ring is silver-toned. The central theme is an Iron Cross. Inside, the ring is marked .800 silver. The band is broken on the reverse. It is a size 9." $40.00
17-553 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This patriotic ring sports a red, black, and white (Germany’s national colors) enamel shield in its center. Also in the center are the years 1914-1916 and "Lille." Whether the soldier wore this himself or gave it to someone (sweetheart, wife, sister) at home, it commemorates his service at Lille, France. It is a size 9. $75.00
17-536 PATRIOTIC RING - ACTION - LILLE.
17-543 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a very delicate lady’s patriotic ring. It features a silver band, with a white, enamel centerpiece upon which rests a black Iron Cross. Flanking the Iron Cross are the years 1914 and 1915. It is hallmarked .800 silver inside the band. The reverse of the band is slightly separated. The ring is a size 9. $75.00
17-538 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING - ARTILLERY SHELL DRIVING BAND. This is a gilt-toned patriotic Iron Cross ring, which has been made from an artillery shell’s driving band. The Iron Cross is flanked by oak leaves. The ring is a size 8. $75.00
17-539 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a very simple, gold-toned, patriotic, Iron Cross ring. An Iron Cross can be seen at the band’s front. The ring is a size 7 1/2. $75.00
17-426 IRON CROSS PATRIOTIC RING. This is a large-sized (size 10) patriotic Iron Cross ring for a man. The central motif is a small Iron Cross. The numbers 14 (for 1914) and 15 (for 1915) appear on either side of the EK on the band. $50.00. .
17-348 PATRIOTIC RING. This is a very small-sized patriotic ring that measures a size 6 ½. The band is marked "Weltkrieg." The interior of the ring is marked for .800 silver. It presents an attractive variant. $75.00 . . .
17-527 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING.
This is an unusual patriotic Iron Cross ring. The Iron Cross is made from
enamel. It is flanked on each side by what appear to be lightning bolts. The
ring is hallmarked .925 (silver). This is a size 8 ring. It is in
outstanding condition.
$95.00
17-547 VATERLANDS DANK PATRIOTIC RING.
This is a silver-toned patriotic ring that carries the legend "Vaterlands
Dank 1914." This is a size 5 1/2.
$60.00
17-530 ENAMELED
PATRIOTIC RING. This is an enameled ring that
displays flowers and a patriotic slogan. Flanking this on the band are the
years 1914 and 1916. It is a size 7 3/4.
$60.00
17-437 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is an unusual variation of the ever-popular patriotic Iron Cross ring. It has a split, silver-toned band. An enameled Iron Cross serves as its centerpiece. It is dated "1915." The ring is a size 8 1/2. $60.00.
17-163 PATRIOTIC RING. This is a very simple patriotic ring that bears only the date "1914" in the center of the band. It is silver-toned and is a size 6 1/2. $45.00.
17-388 PATRIOTIC RING. This well-made patriotic ring is a size 8 ½. The words "Dank Vaterland" are inscribed around the rings silver-toned band. It makes an attractive remembrance of another time. $60.00
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17-406 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This ring is a patriotic example. It appears to be made of a bronze-colored base metal. It is quite small, a size 5 3/4. It features a small Iron Cross on the center of the band. You will find this quite dainty. $40.00. . .
17-478 PATRIOTIC TRENCH ART RING MADE FROM THE DRIVING BAND OF AN ARTILLERY SHELL. During the war, soldiers from both sides had a lot of free time on their hands while in the trenches at the front. They fashioned a number of items from materials that were all around them. They used shell casings, shrapnel, and portions of the driving bands from artillery shells. This small ring, a size 8 ½, is made from a driving band that has the ridges turned inward. On the smoother exterior is a crudely-made Iron Cross. This is a different example than usual and attractively priced. $40.00 . . .
17-511 PATRIOTIC RING SALUTING CENTRAL POWERS. This is a top-rate, patriotic ring saluting the primary members of the Central Powers. In the ring’s center is an Iron Cross and the colors of Turkey, Austria, and Hungary in multicolored enamel. This ring is larger than usual, at size 10. It is a handsome representation of cooperation among the Central Powers. $115.00
17-570 PATRIOTIC RING - VATERLANDS DANK. This is
one of the very popular "Vaterland Dank 1914" patriotic rings. It is a size
10, in very fine condition. It is silver-toned.
$50.00
17-571 PATRIOTIC RING - GOLD FOR IRON.
This is a patriotic ring associated with the "Gold for Iron" program.
Patriotic Germans donated gold items for the war effort and received
replacement items in iron. The ring has "Gold for Iron" etched on the band.
The ring is a size 8 1/2. It has a break in the band. It was most likely cut
(quite neatly, by the way) and removed from a swollen finger.
$25.00
This is a patriotic ring that expresses the thanks of the Fatherland. The band says "Vaterlands Dank 1914." It is a simple, silver-toned ring. It is a size 8. $60.00
17-498 PATRIOTIC RING.
17-486 VATERLANDSDANK PATRIOTIC RING FOR A WOMAN. "Vaterlandsdank" rings were quite popular in Germany during WW I. Essentially, it means "Thanks of the Fatherland." These generally were received for a contribution to the war effort. This example is for a woman. It is a size 6 1/2. $60.00.
17-500 PATRIOTIC 1914/1915 IRON CROSS RING. This is a very high caliber patriotic ring that has an Iron Cross as its central motif. The Iron Cross is made of two-colored enamel. The dates 1914-1915 appear on the Iron Cross, so it is early-war quality. The ring is quite striking. It is a size 5 1/2. $95.00
17-548 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. It features a painted Iron Cross in its center. On either side of it are three stripes painted black, white, and red for Germany's national colors. The Iron Cross also is flanked by a "14" and a "17." With the "14" is the word "Feldzug," and with the "17" is "Flanders." The ring is silver-toned and made of a lightweight, base metal. It is a size 8 1/2. $75.00
17-549 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. It displays a lovely Iron Cross, flanked by "1914" and "1916." The ring is silver hallmarked for .800 silver. The band is separated in the reverse’s center. The ring is a size 8 1/2. $75.00
17-550 PATRIOTIC IRON CROSS RING. This is a patriotic Iron Cross ring. The ring’s center features an Iron Cross and Germany’s national colors (red, black, and white) in diagonal stripes. Flanking this are the words "Welt" on the left, and "Krieg" on the right. The ring is hallmarked for .800 silver. It is a size 7 1/2. $95.00
Bracelets
17-583 DELUXE 19th CENTURY BRACELET -
BRAUNSCHWEIG OR HANNOVER.
17-563 TRENCH ART PATRIOTIC IRON BRACELET.
This is a gorgeous bracelet that serves as a prime example of trench art
patriotic jewelry. The bracelet’s central decorative portion is fashioned
from a piece of an artillery shell’s driving band. Attached to it is an
enameled 1914 Iron Cross. The cross is flanked by two branches of oak tree
leaves. Above the Iron Cross is a wonderfully-crafted Hohenzollern Crown,
complete with its flowing stole. The band section is made of mesh. It has a
clasp and chain to secure it. The band and the center piece measure 8." This
is one of the more unusual patriotic bracelets that I have seen in awhile.
$250.00
This is a high quality trench art bracelet. The bracelet’s central section is made from an artillery shell driving band. In its center is an enameled 1914 Iron Cross flanked by oak leaves. The bracelet breaks open, allowing it to be slipped onto a wrist. Inside the bracelet is a small engraved plaque. It reads “Fur Erinnerung an Meinen Lieben Gatten Kriegsjahr 1914-15 (In memory of my dear husband’s war year 1914-15).” It is a lovely piece. $175.00
17-591 TRENCH ART PATRIOTIC BRACELET.
17-588 PATRIOTIC BRACELET - ARTILLERY SHELL DRIVING BAND.
This is a patriotic trench art bracelet, made in part from an artillery
shell driving band. The band has been fashioned in two pieces joined with a
connector. This allows the bracelet to open up and be placed on the wearer’s
wrist. The bracelet’s front features a black enameled Iron Cross. The cross
is flanked by oak leaves. Inside the
bracelet we see "Verdun 1917 E.R." It is very well made. It even has
a small safety catch.
17-309 PATRIOTIC BRACELET. This is a link-style bracelet measuring 6." The large center link features the Hohenzollern Eagle. The smaller links to the left and right alternate between a Hohenzollern Crown and an Iron Cross motif. I have not seen this type of bracelet before. $75.00
17-410 PATRIOTIC TRENCH ART BRACELET. This bracelet is one of the ever-popular artillery shell driving band-derived trench art pieces. A black enameled EK is the centered on the band, and the recipients name is engraved inside. The piece is well-made and in good condition. $140.00 . .
17-565 PATRIOTIC BRACELET - ARTILLERY
SHELL DRIVING BAND.
This is one of the ever-popular patriotic bracelets made from an artillery shell’s driving band, which serves as the bracelet’s basic component. Attached to the bracelet’s front is a small, enamel, 1914 Iron Cross. Inside the bracelet is engraved "Welt Krieg 1914/1915," along with a dedication from a brother (Peter) to his sister. It is a very tidy arrangement. The bracelet has been cleaned. It glows like gold, but is made of brass. $95.00
17-566 PATRIOTIC BRACELET - ARTILLERY SHELL DRIVING BAND.
17-585 PATRIOTIC BANGLE BRACELET -
KRIEGSFLAGGE.
17-514 RUSSIAN COIN PATRIOTIC BRACELET. Bracelets made from both German coins and the coins of her enemies were quite popular in the homeland, especially during the first two years of the war. This bracelet consists of eight (four on each side) Russian 10 Kopeck coins. The obverse of each coin displays Imperial Russia’s double-headed eagle. The reverse features the coin’s denomination along with the date. The coins’ dates range from 1862 to 1914. Most of the eight coins are dated from 1910 to 1914. In the bracelet’s center, serving as a central symbol, is an enameled Iron Cross. It is adorned with Germany’s colors and those of her allies, as well as the dates 1914-1916. This enamel is somewhat chipped. $125.00
17-430 PATRIOTIC LOCKET AND BRACELET. This is a combination of a bracelet and a patriotic locket. The bracelet is made of a driving band from an artillery shell. It snaps open for wearing on a wrist. It is dated 1914-1915. Its center may once have displayed an emblem, but if so, it no longer exists. The locket is gilt-toned with an enamel Iron Cross on the front cover. It snaps open and two pictures may be installed inside. The locket measures 1" in diameter. $275.00 .
17-481 PATRIOTIC TRENCH ART BRACELET. This is an ultra-high-quality patriotic bracelet that has been fashioned principally from the driving band of an artillery shell. This is a very early war piece. On the obverse are the dates 1914 and 1915. Between those dates is a breathtaking miniature 1914 Iron Cross. It is as well-detailed as any full-sized EK youll ever see. This mini really sets off this bracelet. It is worked into the overall presentation in a stylish and elegant manner. $195.00. .
17-494 PATRIOTIC DRIVING BAND BRACELET. This is a patriotic bracelet made from an artillery-shell driving band. The bracelet unfastens and swings open to place it on the wearer’s wrist. It is decorated with an enamel 1914 Iron Cross, flanked by oak leaves. $140.00
17-495 PATRIOTIC DRIVING BAND BRACELET. This is a patriotic bracelet made from an artillery-shell driving band. The bracelet unfastens and swings open to place it on the wearer’s wrist. It is decorated with an enamel 1915 Iron Cross, flanked by oak leaves. $150.00
This is one of the ever-popular Trench-Art patriotic bracelets. These were very popular during the early and mid-war years. The bracelet is made, in fact, from the driving band of an artillery shell. Emblazoned on the front of the bracelet is an enameled Iron Cross flanked by oak leaves. When the bracelet is broken open, a small plaque is in place that says "Verdun 1914/15." $140.00
17-490 PATRIOTIC TRENCH-ART BRACELET.
Lockets
17-290 PATRIOTIC LOCKET. This locket is really quite different in that it is eight sided (octagonal). It is shaped like a stop sign! It has a black finish, and a gilt-toned 1914 EK on the obverse. It opens and a small photo could be inserted inside. It also could just be worn as a pendant. On the reverse we can see that it is hallmarked .800 for silver content. The quality and condition are both at a very high level. $185.00
sNecklaces
17-408 PATRIOTIC NECKLACE IN A PRESENTATION CASE. This is a very high-caliber patriotic necklace, which is exhibited in a black leatherette case. The circular pendant measures 1 3/8" in diameter. The case is 2 ½" x 2 ½ ." A black Iron Cross, which is dated 1914, is surrounded by a gilt-toned wreath. The necklace comes complete with a small chain. The pendant is hallmarked on its reverse. The fitted leatherette case highlights the name of a jeweler in Berlin. This is a lovely, well-made piece. Since it features a black EK, it may well be a mourning piece worn by a family member in memory of a soldier who fell in battle. $250.00.
17-611 PENDANT & CHAIN - SILVER COIN - WÜRTTEMBERG. This is a pendant on a chain that was produced from a fantastic SILVER 5 Mark coin. The obverse shows Württemberg’s König Wilhelm II’s (1848-1921) profile. He served as King from 1891-1918, when all of Germany’s royals were deposed. The reverse of the coin features the Hohenzollern Eagle. It mentions the amount of the coin and is dated 1900. The coin measures 1 1/2" in diameter. MASSIVE is the only world for it. It is handsomely housed in a .800 hallmarked (on the back of the jump ring) bezel attached to a silver necklace measuring 26." This is a fantastic piece of pre WW I patriotic jewelry. $150.00
This is a fine patriotic pendant and chain. The pendant is circular and measures 1" in diameter. A gold and black 1914 Iron Cross appears in the center. Around the Iron Cross is a black and gold enamel band with stars. A very delicate period chain, which measures 20" in length, is attached. $125.00
17-605 PATRIOTIC PENDANT - CHAIN.
17-295 PATRIOTIC NECKLACE. This patriotic necklace has a gold-toned chain that measures about 17". The pendant attached to the chain is a free-floating black enameled Iron Cross within a cutout circular device. The chain measures 17 3/4" The necklace is very clean and in well-above-average condition. $75.00.....
17-574 PATRIOTIC
OR MOURNING NECKLACE.
Miscellaneous
17-456 PAIR OF SCREWBACK EARRINGS FEATURING THE ROYAL BARGE OF THE KING OF SIAM. This is a most interesting pair of earrings of the screwback variety, as opposed to being for pierced ears. [My wife tells me it is not difficult to have these converted to pierced earrings by a jeweler, if you, or the person you for whom you are purchasing them, prefers the pierced style]. They are made of sterling silver. I found them at one of my favorite Bavarian antique stores. Each features a likeness of the Royal Barge of the King of Siam. There was a long time mutual interest between Siam and the German Empire. There was a fair amount of contact during the Colonial period when German warships made courtesy calls at Siamese ports. The design is silver on dark blue enamel. They are very well made and attractive. $50.00 . . .
. This is an interesting patriotic item. I refer to it as a clasp that a man might wear in his suit coat pocket, or on another garment. (I mentioned to Melissa that it would make a great money clip when I was trying to figure out what-in-the-devil it was)! A disc measuring 1 1.2" is attached to the extension that would clip onto a garment. In the disc’s center is an Iron Cross. Around that are the words "Sieg Oder Tod" (Victory Or Death). $75.00
17-606 PATRIOTIC CLASP
17-51 COMPLETE SET (1914-1918) OF KARL GÖTZ WEIHNACHTEN (CHRISTMAS) TABLE MEDALS. Karl Götz was the leading sculptor of the Imperial German period and beyond when it came to the production of table medals. He specialized in producing table medals relating to the Great War and his work is very much prized. I was delighted to be able to acquire a complete set (5 ) of the table medals which Götz released for every year of the war. While there were actually only four Christmas's during the Great War he had produced one for 1918 in anticipation of another holiday. Of course as we all know today the war ended in November 1918 a full six weeks before Christmas. That makes the 1918 table medal something of an oddity. These table medals are bronze toned and about 1" in diameter or about the size of a U.S. Nickel. Each has a different obverse along with the initials "K. G." for Karl Götz. The reverse of each one bears the date, the legend "Christmas In the Field", and a bough of holly with a candle. They are all in excellent condition and represent an example of art of the period that ties in with a patriotic theme. $595.00
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