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General Officers, including Generalfeldmarschalls
Baden
This is a splendid pair of shoulder boards that once belonged to Baden’s Grand Duke Friedrich II. They are quite interesting, and represent his official position as Inhaber (Regimental Chef) of 8. Württembergerisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 126 Großherzog Friedrich von Baden. The regiment was founded in Württemberg’s Army during 1716. It was garrisoned at Straßburg i.E., and assigned to the XV. ArmeeKorps. In his position as Regimental Chef, Friedrich II held the position of Generaloberst in the rank of Generalfeldmarschall. It was a unique status that usually was honorary, and held separately from conventional military ranks. In the more traditional German Army lineup, a Generaloberst was equal to a four-star U.S. Army General. A Generaloberst with direct line responsibility displayed three pips on his shoulder boards. The German Army’s ultimate rank was the Generalfeldmarschall. It was equal to a five-star U.S. Army General. [The latter rank was given to Dwight Eisenhower and Omar Bradley in WW II. It has not been used since]. Our current offering exhibits three silver pips for the Generaloberst portion of the rank on each shoulder board. Between these three pips are the Generalfeldmarschall’s crossed batons, also in silver. The crossed batons are the heart and soul of these shoulder boards. They are MAGNIFICENT! Their exquisite detailing is amazing to behold. The five eagles and five crowns on each baton are in ultra-crisp high-relief. It is as if someone zapped full-sized batons with a magic wand and transformed them into perfectly scaled miniatures–the details are so spectacular. Below the batons one can see the regimental designation "126," which is also in silver. The final items on the obverse that we want to point out are the alternating layers of gold and silver in the boards’ rope bullion. The silver bullion contains red threads that confirm the boards are hail from a Württemberg Regiment. The shoulder boards measure a whopping 5" x 2 1/2." The boards’ reverse features a red felt backing, and the tabs by which this slip-on style was attached to the tunic. The boards’ silver patina (and I do mean silver) is resplendent on the pips, batons, and regimental designation.
20-174 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR GRAND DUKE FRIEDRICH II OF BADEN AS A GENERALOBERST IN THE RANK OF GENERALFELDMARSCHALL - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 126.
20-135 GRAND DUKE FRIEDRICH II OF BADEN PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A GENERALOBERST IN THE RANK OF GENERALFELDMARSCHALL - BAVARIAN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 8. This is a wonderful pair of shoulder boards for Grand Duke (Großherzog) Friedrich II of Baden. Baden was a Grand Duchy. Along with Hessen-Darmstadt, it maintained one of the largest armies after the four kingdoms of Prussia, Bavaria, Saxony, and Württemberg. These shoulder boards were once the property of Friedrich II in his role as the Regimental Chef (Inhaber) of 8. Infanterie-Regiment Großherzog Friedrich II von Baden. The regiment was garrisoned in Metz and raised in 1753. It was assigned to the Bavarian III. Armeekorps. Friedrich II wore these shoulder boards when he was with "his" regiment as its honorary Oberst. They are identical in design to any other of the regimental officers, sporting blue chevrons on the silver bullion. Each shoulder board displays the regimental designation "8," and the four silver rank pips indicating Friedrich II’s formal status of Generaloberst in the rank of Generalfeldmarschall. These are a resplendent, rare pair of shoulder boards for those of you with an interest in Baden, or her larger neighbor, Bavaria. $2,495.00
23-24 SINGLE SHOULDER BOARD FOR A GENERAL der INFANTERIE OR GENERAL der KAVALLERIE - BAVARIA. This is a single shoulder board for either a General der Infanterie or a General der Kavallerie in the Bavarian Army. This very large shoulder board bears two pips and a Wittelsbach Crown. There is also a silver button in the button hole of the shoulder board. On the reverse of the shoulder board, we see a metal slip where the board would attach to the tunic. The backing material of the shoulder board is black felt. The cloth tab is complete. The toning to the bullion on the obverse is very pleasing, as is the patina to the pips, crown, and button. In terms of rank, a General der Infantrie or Kavallerie would be equal to a three-star General (Lieutenant General) in the U.S. Army. This level of general would have command of a Korps (Corps), which would be two or more divisions. The shoulder board is in very fine condition. $425.00
Bavaria
23-116 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR
A GENERAL ADJUTANT IN THE RANK
OF GENERALLEUTNANT - BAVARIA. This is a
wonderful pair of shoulder boards for a generalleutnant who served as a
General Adjutant. At this rank and with the Wittelsbach Crown this man would
have been the Adjutant to the King of Bavaria. These shoulder boards are of the M-1910 variety. They
were used not only prior to the beginning of WW I, but also through most of
the war. [A later model is known as the M-1915. These are more commonly
called "feldgrau" shoulder boards. The gold and silver bullion braid is
no longer used and the material is subdued]. These fine shoulder boards
measure 5" x 2 1/8." If you look closely at the silver Russian braid, you will
see that it is interwoven with blue chevrons, which confirms that these are
Bavarian boards.
Each shoulder board has a gilt crown, indicating that the officer was a
General Adjutant. In addition each shoulder board has a single pip indicating
the rank of generalleutnant. These shoulder boards are of the slip-on variety
and have a red backing. The shoulder boards are far rarer than a standard
generalleutnant’s due to this officer’s service as a General Adjutant. This is
simply a superb pair of shoulder boards.
23-249 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS TO A
GENERALLEUTNANT - BAVARIA.
23-142
PAIR OF GENERALMAJOR SHOULDER BOARDS - BAVARIA.
This is an excellent
pair of shoulder boards for a generalmajor in the Kingdom of Bavaria’s Army.
They are large. Each measures 5 1/2" x 2 1/4." They have alternating rows of
silver and gold bullion ropes. The blue chevrons that indicate they are for
Bavaria are clearly seen on the silver ropes. Red felt backing and the
straps for attaching these to a tunic are on the reverse. The reverse is in
excellent condition.
I want to draw your attention to the system used here for securing the
shoulder boards to a tunic. It is the very unique washer and pin system
favored by senior Bavarian officers. A pair of plain silver buttons are
attached to the shoulder boards and held in place by the washer and pin. The
obverse of these shoulder boards is exceptional. Aside from a bit of patina,
they are in mint condition.
$1,250.00
Braunschweig
20-164 PAIR OF
SHOULDER BOARDS FOR HERZOG ERNST AUGUST AS REGIMENTAL CHEF OF
INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 92 IN THE RANK OF GENERALLEUTNANT - BRAUNSCHWEIG.
Over the years the two regiments of the Duchy of Braunschweig have always
been particular favorites of mine. Braunschweigisches Husaren-Regiment Nr
17 and Braunschweigisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr 92 have always been at the
top of my list. They were two of the four regiments in the German army
which featured Totenkopf on their headdress. Both of the regiments saw
extensive service in the Napoleonic wars and the Duke of Braunschweig
("The Black Duke") Wilhelm fell leading Braunschweigisches
Husaren-Regiment Nr 17 at the Battle of Waterloo. The Duchy of
Braunschweig was in fact a vassal state of the Kingdom of Hannover. In the
war of 1866 between Prussia and Saxony, Hannover sided with Saxony along
with several other German states (Würrtemberg and Bavaria among them).
When the war was over and Prussia emerged victorious, Würrtemberg,
Bavaria, and Saxony survived without losing territory. Hannover and
Braunschweig were not as lucky and their territory and armies were
"acquired" by Prussia. Braunschweig remained under the direct supervision
of the Prussian royal family until 1913. Ernst August’s father renounced
his claim to the throne, and paved the way for his son,
Ernst August, to become the ruler of Braunschweig. By an act of the
Imperial Diet in 1885 the elder Duke was prevented from assuming the
throne. At that time Ernst August (1887-1953) became Herzog of
Braunschweig which was then considered an independent Duchy. This event
took place on 23 October 1913. Ernst August married Princess Viktoria
Luise (1892-1980) the only daughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II and she was a
Princess of Prussia. This event took place on 24 May 1913 and paved the
way for the act of October. As the Herzog of Braunschweig Ernst August was
also the Regimental Chef of both of his regiments. As a part of our
special event featuring items from Braunschweig, this week we again share
with you below the complete uniform as worn by Herzog Ernst Herzog as the
Regimental Chef of Braunschweigisches Husaren-Regiment Nr 17. But our
featured item here is a recently acquired pair of shoulder boards which
belonged to Herzog Ernst August as the Regimental Chef of
Braunschweigisches Infanterie-Regiment
Nr 92. These shoulder boards for this regiment are in the rank of
Generalleutnant. They share the same pattern of Prussian general officer
shoulder boards. They have Russian gold and silver bullion roping. The
chevrons which appear on the silver rope are black as are Prussian
shoulder boards. On each shoulder board we further see a crown for
Braunschweig and under the crown we see the royal cypher of Wilhelm of
Braunschweig. Below that cypher we see a single silver pip which confirms
the rank of Generalleutnant. On the reverse we see a red wool backing and
the tabs which permitted the shoulder boards to be installed on the tunic.
These shoulder boards have been gently worn. In looking at them you can
see where they have been installed on a tunic as they are slightly curved
from having been worn. These are superb and historically significant
shoulder boards. We are very proud and excited to offer them to you today.
Oldenburg
This is a pair of M-1910 Feldgrau shoulder boards in the rank of General der Kavellerie. These shoulder boards were the personal property of Grand Duke Friedrich August of Oldenburg. The Grand Duchy of Oldenburg was a relatively small duchy. Their militaria was also correspondingly small and they fielded one cavalry regiment, Oldneburgisches Dragoner-Regiment Nr 19 (founded in 1849 and garrisoned in Oldenburg), one infantry regiment, Oldneburgisches Infantrie-Regiment Nr 91 (founded in 1813 and garrisoned in Oldenburg), and two batteries of artillery in Ostfreisisches Feldartellerie-Regiment Nr 62 (founded in 1899 and garrisoned in Oldenburg). These units composed the entire military contingent from Oldenburg. Grand Duke was the regimental chef or Inhaber of Oldneburgisches Dragoner-Regiment Nr 19 and thus these shoulder boards would have been for his tunic while riding with his regiment. These shoulder boards are subdued which was the primary difference for shoulder boards for use after 1910 in Oldenburg with the introduction of Feldgrau tunics. These boards are of the slip on variety and bear the crowned royal cypher "A". Each measures 4" x 1 3/4". They also bear the double pips of a General der Kavellerie. The backing of the boards are a medium blue. These are in excellent condition. Buy this pair of shoulder boards along with the single shoulder board below and receive a special discount! $2,395.00
20-190 PAIR OF M-1910 FELDGRAU SHOULDER BOARDS IN THE RANK OF GENERA
L der KAVELLERIE FOR DRAGONER-REGIMENT Nr 19 GRAND DUKE FRIEDRICH AUGUST - OLDENBURG.
20-191 SINGLE M-1910 FELDGRAU SHOULDER BOARD IN THE RANK OF
GENERAL de
r KAVELLERIE FOR DRAGONER-REGIMENT Nr 19 GRAND DUKE FRIEDRICH AUGUST
- OLDENBURG. This is a single M-1910 Feldgrau shoulder board in the
rank of General der Kavellerie. This shoulder board was the personal property
of Grand Duke Friedrich August of Oldenburg. The Grand Duchy of Oldenburg was
a relatively small Duchy. Their militaria was also correspondingly small and
they fielded one cavalry regiment, Oldneburgisches Dragoner-Regiment
Nr 19 (founded in 1849 and garrisoned in Oldenburg), one infantry
regiment, Oldneburgisches Infantrie-Regiment Nr 91
(founded in 1813 and garrisoned in Oldenburg), and two batteries of artillery
in Ostfreisisches Feldartellerie-Regiment Nr 62 (founded
in 1899 and garrisoned in Oldenburg). These units composed the entire military
contingent from Oldenburg. Grand Duke was the regimental chef or Inhaber of Oldneburgisches Dragoner-Regiment Nr 19 and thus this
shoulder board would have been for his overcoat (larger than the tunic
shoulder boards) while riding with his regiment. This shoulder board is
subdued which was the primary difference for shoulder boards for use after
1910 in Oldenburg with the introduction of Feldgrau tunics. This board is of
the slip on variety and bear the crowned royal cypher "A". The board measures
4 1/2" x 2". It also bears the double pips of a General der Kavellerie. The
backing of the board is a combination of white cotton and gold bullion. This
is in excellent condition.
Prussia
23-66 PAIR OF M-1915 SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A GENERALFELDMARSCHALL - PRUSSIA. A beautifully-toned pair of shoulder boards for a Prussian Generalfeldmarschall. These shoulder boards are a wartime (M-1915) purchase. The braid’s bullion possesses a wonderful patina. That same patina is carried forward to the Generalfeldmarschall's silver crossed batons. Wilhelm’s gilt-toned cypher is superimposed over the batons. A gilt-toned crown appears above the batons as well. The shoulder boards are of the button-on variety, of course, with a red backing. They are complete and in excellent condition. These beautiful shoulder boards would be a lovely addition to any collection. $2,995.00
23-85 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A GENERAL À LA SUITE - PRUSSIA. This is a wonderful pair of prewar style shoulder boards which would be correct for a Prussian General à la Suite. The basic shoulder boards are comparable to any Prussian general’s shoulder boards in that they have the one strand of silver embroidered braid displaying Prussia’s black chevrons. On either side of the silver are gilt-toned embroidered ropes. The real difference on these shoulder boards lies with the Cypher of Wilhelm and the crown. Like the General à la Suite pickelhaube, which has silver furniture, these shoulder boards also sport silver cyphers and crowns. These would date from about 1890 to 1910. They are quite charming. They present a red backing on the reverse. They feature, of course, the desirable slip-on design. This pair is very handsome and quite difficult-to-obtain. $1,795.00 . . .
$4,295.00
23-126 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETES - GENERAL der KAVELLERIE von HÄNISCH - IN THE ORIGINAL STORAGE BOX. This is a magnificent pair of dress epauletes that were once the property of General der Kavellerie von Hänisch. While I have few details on von Hänisch, he was the Regimental Chef of Ulanen-Regiment von Katzler (Schlesisches) Nr 2. This regiment was founded in 1745, making it among the German Army’s oldest. It was garrisoned at Gleiwitz-Pleß and attached to the VI. Armeekorps. These epauletes were worn by von Hänisch when he was with "his" regiment. Each of the epaulettes has the general’s pattern of tightly coiled braid (only used on general’s-level epaulettes). The epauletes feature gilt trim at the top and a red felt background. On this background is the regimental number "2" and the two gilt pips of a General der Kavellerie. The underlay is also red, with some information marked out in black. [This is often the case (still) when German families sell items belonging to their fathers or grandfathers. They often do NOT want to see their family name left on the militaria]. Both of these epauletes are in marvelous condition. This is in part because they have been housed for years in their original storage carton. Since general’s dress epauletes were large, the storage box was equally spacious. This is a very showy pair of epauletes in prime condition.
23-12 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETES TO THE ADJUTANT OF THE KING OF PRUSSIA IN THE RANK OF GENERAL der INFANTRIE OR GENERAL der KAVALLERIE - PRUSSIA. This is a very scarce pair of dress epauletes (banjo boards) to the chief adjutant of the King of Prussia. This is one of the earliest pair of epauletes (and only the second pair of general officer epaulettes) that I have offered. These would date prior to 1860. They belonged to a General der Infantrie or a General der Kavallerie serving as the adjutant to King Friedrich Wilhelm IV. A little research tells us that these epaulettes most likely belonged to a General der Infantrie von Reumann, or a General der Kavallerie von der Groeben. Both men served at various times as adjutant. Each of thee massive epaulettes bears the double pips of a General der Infantrie or Kavallerie along with the crowned Cypher of Friedrich Wilhelm IV. The epaulettes are very distinctive, with silver cords attached to the epaulettes and woven wire fields where the pips and Cyphers are placed. The backing of the epaulettes is leather. There are two cracks to one back, but this is not visible from the front. Overall, it is in very fine condition -- a distinctive epaulette. These are slip-on models and are more than 140 years old. They could even be mounted on a tunic if you so desired. $2,495.00
JK
This pair of shoulder boards once belonged to Freiherr Moritz von Lyncker. The shoulder boards are in the rank of General der Infantrie (equivalent to a Lieutenant General [three stars] in the U.S. Army) AND Adjutant to Kaiser Wilhelm II. Each of these shoulder boards has alternating bands of silver-gold, Russian-style embroidered rope. The silver portions present black chevrons, confirming his Prussian status. Two silver pips of rank are featured with a gold crown. Below that is the cypher of Wilhelm Rex. Von Lyncker was born in 1853. He served as a field officer in a number of elite regiments, including the 1. Garde-Regiment zu Füß. He was first promoted to General (Generalmajor) in 1901. He served as the General Adjutant to Kaiser Wilhelm II. He was not only Wilhelm’s highest-ranking military aide, but also served as Chief of the Military Cabinet. He held these two positions from 1908 to 1918. As a close confidant to the royal family, von Lyncker also served as a mentor to the young princes of Prussia, including Krone Prinz Wilhelm. He ultimately was promoted one rank higher than General der Infantrie, to Generaloberst. He was also awarded the Orden Pour le Mérite in November 1917. He died in 1932. This is an historically significant pair of shoulder boards, in mint condition, to an important member of the German military. $1,495.00
23-125 IDENTIFIED PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR GENERAL der INFANTERIE AND ADJUTANT TO KAISER WILHELM II.
23-248 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A GENERAL ADJUTANT TO KAISER WILHELM II IN THE RANK OF GENERAL DER INFANTRIE - PRUSSIA. This pair of shoulder boards would date to approximately 1890. They are of the slip-on variety and are very unusual. While they are for a General der Infantrie (equal to a three star or a Lt. General in the U. S. Army) this general also served as Wilhelm II's Adjutant and senior military advisor. In that capacity this officer would have served as the liaison between Wilhelm II and the General Staff. Each of these shoulder boards has two silver pips and the gilt toned Crown and Cypher of Wilhelm II. Only Wilhelm and those who directly represented him would have been allowed to wear this device. As a further side bar, there was a special badge that would have been worn on the left breast of the tunic that would have identified the wearer and his capacity. There was more than one man at a time who served as Adjutant. Generally speaking, the Junior Adjutant would have been an Oberst. $1,295.00
23-203 GENERAL der INFANTERIE SHOULDER BOARDS - GRENADIER-REGIMENT KÖNIG WILHELM I (2. WESTPREUßISCHES) Nr 7 - PRUSSIA. This is a pair of high quality shoulder boards for a General der Infanterie. At this level of rank this officer would have been an Armeekorps commander. He most likely had once been a member (perhaps even started his career) in Grenadier-Regiment König Wilhelm I (2. Westpreußisches) Nr 7. The regiment was created in 1797. It was garrisoned at Liegnitz, where it was attached to the V. Armeekorps. Looking at the 1914 Rangeliste, we see that a General der Infantrie von Stranz was the commander of the V. Armeekorps. He was appointed as the commander on 4 July 1911. Furthermore, Grenadier-Regiment König Wilhelm I (2. Westpreußisches) Nr 7 was a part of the 18. Infantrie-Brigade attached to the V. Armeekorps which von Stranz commanded. It is very likely that these shoulder boards once belonged to General der Infantrie von Stranz. Interestingly, the regiment carries a bandeau on their pickelhaube’s wappen that reads "22 March 1797." This was Kaiser Wilhelm I’s birth date. The shoulder boards measure 5" x 2 1/4." They feature a combination of silver and gold Russian style bullion rope. The silver displays black chevrons, a further indication that this is for a Prussian general. Each shoulder board has two silver pips, which proclaim the wearer is a General der Infantrie. Between the pips is König (Kaiser) Wilhelm I’s crowned royal cypher, which was the cypher for Grenadier-Regiment König Wilhelm I (2. Westpreußisches) Nr 7. The backing of each shoulder board is dark-blue. The slip-on attachments for a tunic are not present. $2,595.00
$350.00
23-224 SINGLE GENERAL der INFANTERIE/GENERAL der KAVALLERIE á la SUITE SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA. This is a single General der Infanterie/General der Kavallerie á la Suite shoulder board. The shoulder board measures 6" x 2 1/2." It displays gold and silver Russian rope bullion. The silver bullion displays black chevrons that confirm its Prussian status. Two silver pips denote its rank. The reverse shows the shoulder board has red felt backing. Some moth nips appear on the reverse. This is a slip-on variety shoulder board. The attachment is present.
23-226 SINGLE GENERALLEUTNANT A La SUITE SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA. This is a single Prussian Army generalleutnant’s shoulder board. The shoulder board measures 5 1/4" x 2 1/4." It displays red felt backing. It has gilt and silver "Russian" bullion rope braid. The silver braid sports Prussia’s black chevrons. Since the shoulder board is for a generalleutnant, it boasts a single pip. The rank of generalleutnant is similar to that of a major general in the U.S. Army. $325.00
23-221 SINGLE GENERALLEUTNANT SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA. This is a single generalleutnant shoulder board from the Prussian Army. The board dates from about 1910. It features silver and gold "Russian" braid. The silver braid sports the black chevrons indicating the man came from Prussia. A single gilt pip denotes his rank of generalleutnant. The reverse features red felt backing, and the tab by which this slip-on shoulder board was attached to the tunic. The shoulder board measures 4 1/2" x 2." $365.00
13-552 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A GENERALMAJOR IN THE NAVY SEE-BATTALION. Prior to the beginning of WW I, the Navy See-Battalion (similar to the U.S. Marines serving as shipboard troops, overseas embassy guards, and an elite infantry unit in China) was a relatively small group. It was formed into three battalions, with one of them (Battalion Nr 3) permanently stationed in China. Once WW I began, the See-Battalion was expanded, along with all other German Navy and Army Forces. The Germans had a substantial group stationed in Flanders, which was then termed Marine-Infantrie. Naval artillery also was stationed there, as well as Marine Jastas, which fought with the Army’s Jastas. [As an aside, Flanders yielded several naval aces, and even a PLM-winner or two]. Even during WWI, the See-Battalions held a relatively small number of men when compared to their Army counterparts, so items from these units are always more difficult-to-find. Today we are offering a pair of Generalmajor’s shoulder boards from the See-Battalion. (Please note that the See-Battalion used Army ranks rather than Navy ranks, just as does the USMC). At first glance, these look like standard German Army Generalmajor’s shoulder boards. If you look at the chevrons on the silver rope, however, and at the white underlay, you can clearly see the difference. The shoulder boards are of the slip-on variety, as was common for officers of this rank. Some pulling and minor separation appears at the top of the two boards, where the tunic’s button would go. The alternating ropes of gold and silver bullion have come loose. Undoubtedly, these are some of the rarest shoulder boards we have ever offered. Even during the height of WW I, relatively few general officers were attached to the See-Battalions. $2,395.00
This is an M-1915 Generalmajor’s shoulder board from Prussia in fine condition. It is a wartime pattern, and would have been used on a feldgrau tunic. It has red backing, and the attachment to slip it onto a tunic. $350.00
23-225 M-1915 SINGLE GENERALMAJOR SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA.
This is a single Generalmajor shoulder board from the Prussian Army. The shoulder board is quite large, measuring 6 1/2" x 2 3/4." It dates from 1880, and possibly might have come from an overcoat. It displays fantastic silver and gilt "Russian" braid. The silver braid sports the black chevrons indicating the man came from Prussia. The shoulder board’s obverse is simply brilliant. It is in amazing condition for being 100+ years old. The shoulder board’s reverse is trimmed in red felt. It is a slip-on shoulder board, with the tab for attaching it to a tunic. $325.00
23-222 SINGLE GENERALMAJOR SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA.
23-227 GENERALMAJOR SINGLE SHOULDER BOARD - PRUSSIA. This is a single Prussian Army generalmajor’s shoulder board. The shoulder board measures 4 1/4" x 1 3/4." It has gilt and silver "Russian" bullion rope braid. The silver braid sports Prussia’s black chevrons. Since the shoulder board is for a generalmajor, it has no pips. The rank of generalmajor is similar to that of a brigadier general in the U.S. Army. The shoulder board has red felt backing, and the attachment strap to slip it onto a tunic. This shoulder board is circa 1914. $325.00
Saxony
20-152
KING FRIEDRICH AUGUST PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES IN THE RANK O
F GENERALFELDMARSCHALL
IN THE
ORIGINAL STORAGE BOX - SAXONY.
This spectacular pair of shoulder boards was once the property of König Friedrich August III (1865-1932) of Saxony. König Friedrich August III was the Inhaber (Regimental Chef) of Ulanen-Regiment Hennings von Treffenfeld (Altmäkisches) Nr 16. This was a Prussian regiment, raised in1866. It was garrisoned at Salzwedel-Gardelegen, where it was a part of the IV. ArmeeKorps. As the regiment’s honorary oberst, he wore a tunic identical to "his" men, only with his Generalfeldmarschall’s rank. This is important to know. If Friedrich August III had worn shoulder boards from one of his Saxon regiments’ tunics, they would have called for green chevrons on the silver bullion, rather than the correct Prussian black on these. [This may be an obvious observation to you more advanced collectors, but for those who are not as well versed in shoulder boards, it is good bit of information to tuck away. Those who try to fake shoulder boards may not be fully aware of their nuances. This is one way to catch them before they catch you]! It is also important to know that König Friedrich August III received the rank of Generalfeldmarschall on 11 September 1912. This dates the shoulder boards from 1912 to 1916, even though these are M-1902 shoulder boards. The M-1915 feldgrau shoulder boards were later introduced to replace this style and more correctly match feldgrau tunics. While it is possible that he wore these after 1916, their approximate era should be noted. They would have been worn on an ulanka in the Prussian pattern. Each of the shoulder boards measures 5" x 2." The basic design is two gold bullion ropes with a silver bullion rope between them. As previously stated, each of the silver bullion ropes has black chevrons designed into it. This confirms their status as Prussian. A silver crown also appears, representing the House of Wettin, Saxony’s Royal House. Directly below the crown is a beautiful pair of Generalfeldmarschall’s crossed batons. They are made of silver. One can clearly see the alternating crowns and eagles on them. Superimposed over the batons is König Georg’s royal cypher, "GR," for Georg Rex. It was introduced to the regiment in 1902, when his father assumed the throne. Each shoulder board’s underlay is dark blue. One of the shoulder boards has some scattered moth nips on the underlay. The condition of the boards’ obverse is excellent plus. A gentle toning or patina appears on each board. They are fantastic attention-getters. Material for Saxon royalty (especially the Königs) is quite difficult-to-find. $9,495.00
20-188 PAIR OF GENERALFELDMARSCHALL SHOULDER BOARDS - ULANE
N-REGIMENT Nr 16 - KING FRIEDRICH AUGUST III - SAXONY.
Friedrich August III (1865-1932) was the final king of the Kingdom of Saxony. He was one of four kings (the other three Kingdoms being Bavaria, Württemberg, and Prussia) in Imperial Germany. He assumed the throne in 1904 from his father King Georg (1828-1902) and was the final king of Saxony through the end of the war in 1918. Friedrich August III wore these shoulder boards as Regimental Chef of Königl. Sächs. 2. Grenadier-Regiment Nr 101 Kaiser Wilhelm. König von Preußen. This regiment was the second Saxon Infantry/Grenadier Regiment raised in 1670 and was garrisoned in Dresden. These shoulder boards are very ornate. They feature the Cypher of Kaiser Wilhelm I (with a crown over it), and the crossed batons of a Generalfeldmarschall. Friedrich August III was the only Generalfeldmarschall of Saxony. He was promoted to that rank in 1912 and was the only Saxon Generalfeldmarschall during WW I. The shoulder boards are in very fine condition and have been lightly worn. They are, of course, of the slip-on variety and are of the highest quality, as befitting the shoulder boards of a German king. Very difficult to find. I am most pleased to be able to offer them to you today. $4,995.00
20-198 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS TO KING FRIEDRICH AUGUST III IN THE RANK OF GENERALFELDMARSCHALL FOR INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 101 - SAXONY.
This is a first-rate pair of shoulder boards that once belonged to either King Georg or King Friedrich August III as a Generalfeldmarschall in the Saxon Army. They were the only men to hold that rank from 1902 onward with the death of King Albert (1828-1902) the brother of King Georg (1832-1902). These shoulder boards would date from approximately 1902-1918. They show appropriate aging for items that have seen extensive use and are more than 100-years-old. The shoulder boards have beautifully-toned gilt and silver embroidered ropes. In the center is a very handsome pair of crossed batons for a Generalfeldmarschall. There is a gilt button in each board. The underlay of the boards is red. This is a high-caliber pair of shoulder boards. These are far more difficult to find than Prussian shoulder boards. They are VERY fairly priced. $3,995.00
23-50 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS BELONGING TO KING FRIEDRICH AUGUST III
OR KING GEORG AS A GENERALFELDMARSCHALL - SAXONY.
Oberst & Oberstleutnant
23-74 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES FOR AN OBERST IN GARDE - ULANEN - REGIMENT Nr 2 - PRUSSIA. This pair of dress (banjo style) epaulettes would have been correct for an oberst in Prussia’s Garde-Ulanen-Regiment Nr 2. The epaulettes have a red background with the double pips and dangling fringe indicative of an oberst. The epaulettes show some wear and toning. Overall, they are in well-above-average condition. $650.00 . .
23-127 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES FOR AN OBERST - 1. ARMEEKORPS. This is a gorgeous pair of epaulettes for an oberst serving on the 1. Armeekorps’ staff. The epaulettes sport a loosely coiled braid along with a tarnished gilt trim around the top. The felt background is white, or possibly gray (due to age) with an oberst’s double gilt pips. Some minor moth tracking appears. Each epaulette presents a red underlay. $475.00
23-217 PAIR OF M-1915 SHOULDER BOARDS - OBERST/COMMANDER - 1. GARDE-REGIMENT zu FUß - PRUSSIA. This is a very fine pair of M-1915 shoulder boards for an Oberst and commander of 1. Garde-Regiment zu Fuß. This regiment was raised in 1688. It was garrisoned in Potsdam and was assigned to the Garde-Korps. This regiment was one of the oldest and certainly the most elite in the Prussian army. Every officer in the regiment came from the nobility or royalty AND there were more a la Suite officers (20+) attached to this regiment than any other regiment in the German army. This pair of shoulder boards is subdued which would make them of the M-1915 variety and which would have been used exclusively on Feldgrau tunics. Each shoulder board bears the double pip of an Oberst. You need to look at these very carefully as they have very subtle detail which identifies them to 1. Garde-Regiment zu Fuß. Under the Russian braid which is gray with black and white chevrons we see TWO underlays. The first is a gorgeous silver bullion which corresponds to the silver of an Epaulette to this regiment. Under that silver bullion we see a further underlay of white. When I had the chance to acquire these I started doing some research as 1. Garde-Regiment zu Fuß is one of my personal favorite regiments and I always seek out material from that regiment whenever it is available. I first started with the Rangliste from 1914 and the 1914-1918 Rangliste to see who the commanders of this regiment might have been. In looking at the 1914 Rangliste I saw that an Oberstleutnant von Hahnse was appointed regimental commander on 27 January 1914. In looking at the 1914-1918 Rangliste, von Hahnse was the regimental commander at the end of the war. As was the practice in the German army when an officer went into retirement he was granted one rank higher than what his last posting was thus it is likely that von Hahnse was retired as an Oberst a.D. This shoulder boards would them have been allowed on his uniform showing his final rank. The bump of promotion was a two fold practice: to honor a man who had served the army faithfully and to pump up his retirement pay by paying at a higher rank. This is a super pair of shoulder boards to the most elite infantry regiment in the Prussian army and among the most well known of all German infantry regiments. $695.00
23-229
PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR AN OBERST - BEZIRKS-KOMMANDO Nr 47 - SAXONY.
This is an interesting pair of oberst’s shoulder boards from Saxony’s
Bezirks-Kommando Nr 47. A Bezirks-Kommando was a training
district for new recruits and reservists who were being prepared to go to
various units. These are very large and ornate shoulder boards (each
measures 5" x 2"). They feature the green Saxon thread in the silver
bullion. Each shoulder board displays the numeral "47." While these are for an oberst, one of the two shoulder boards is missing its
second gilt pip. Each shoulder board, which is of the slip-on variety, has
red backing and a gold button for mounting on the tunic. The price of the
pair more than reflects the missing pip. Perhaps you can find a replacement
for it.
$350.00
23-149 PAIR OF OBERST SHOULDER BOARDS -
INFANTERIE-REGIMENT
Nr 12 - SAXONY. This is an
extremely fine pair of daily-wear shoulder boards for an oberst, who was
also the regimental commander. Each of the shoulder boards has the double
pips of an oberst, along with the regimental designation ("12"). This
was for Königl Sächs 12 Infanterie-Regiment Nr 177. This was one of
the final regiments created (three others were created in 1897 and one in
1912). This was an 1897-created regiment. It was garrisoned in Dresden,
where it was attached to the XII. Armeekorps. Each of the shoulder
boards displays a gilt button. The boards are of the slip-on variety, with a
red backing. The condition is quite pleasing and displays a fine patina.
$625.00
23-205 OBERST
AND REGIMENTAL COMMANDER SINGLE SHOULDER BOARD INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr
86 - PRUSSIA.
This is a pair of shoulder boards for an oberstleutnant in Infanterie-Regiment von Lützow (1. Rheinisches) Nr 25. This regiment was raised in1813 and garrisoned in Aachen. Prior to the beginning of WW I, this regiment was assigned to the VIII. Armeekorps. Each shoulder board sports the single pip for an oberstleutnant and the regimental designation "25." While these shoulder boards display wear, they remain in very good condition. $225.00
23-121 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS - OBERSTLEUTNANT - INFANTERIE–REGIMENT Nr 25 - PRUSSIA.
23-231 XES OBERSTLEUTNANT’S SHOULDER BOARDS - HUSAREN-REGIMENT OR ULANEN-REGIMENT - SAXONY. This is a consignment item. It is a pair of oberstleutnant’s shoulder boards from a cavalry regiment (either a Husaren-Regiment or an Ulanen-Regiment). Each shoulder board sports a single gilt pip. The shoulder boards have a light-blue backing which extends past the boards’ edges. They are both of the sewn-in variety. $295.00
Major, Rittmeister & Hauptmann
Once again our old friend Prinz Alfons (1862-1933) of Bavaria makes an appearance on the pages of Der Rittmeister Militaria. Prinz Alfons was Prinz Adalbert of Bavaria’s second son. Although a House of Wittelsbach member, Prinz Alfons was well down on the Bavarian throne’s successor list. After serving as Prinz Regent for years, Ludwig III was elevated to König (when "Mad" Ludwig II died). This meant Kronprinz Ruprecht became the Bavarian heir apparent. Of course, he never became king because the empire fell in 1918. Prinz Alfons joined the Army in 1891 as a major in 1. Schweres-Reiter-Regiment Prinz Karl von Bayern. The regiment was founded in 1814. It was garrisoned in the capital of Munich, where it was assigned to the 1. Bavarian ArmeeKorps. In 1892 Prinz Alfons became the commander and oberst of 1. Schweres-Reiter-Regiment Prinz Karl von Bayern. Ultimately, he was promoted to General der Kavallerie, and served as the 7. Chevaulegers-Regiment Prinz Alfons’s Inhaber (Regimental Chef). This regiment was established in 1905 and named for Prinz Alfons. It was based at Straubing, where it was attached to the III. Bavarian ArmeeKorps. Prinz Alfons was never a front-line military commander, but as a royal he served in an à la Suite capacity. He held no official command during WW I. This pair of epaulettes belonged to Prinz Alfons when he served as a major in 1. Schweres-Reiter-Regiment
20-192 PAIR OF PRINZ ALFONS’ EPAULETTES - 1. SCHWERES-REITER-REGIMENT - IN THE RANK OF MAJOR BAVARIA.
Prinz Karl von Bayern. They are
clearly for this regiment. We can tell by the epaulettes’ silver moons. While
the epaulettes are similar to those of its sister regiment, 2.
Schweres Reiter-Regiment Erzherzog Franz Ferdinand von Österreich-Este (founded in 1815 and garrisoned at
Landshut), ITS moons are gilt. The material on the obverse is
red. The rank of major is confirmed by the dangling silver trim hanging from
its edges, (which was used for the three ranks of major, oberstleutnant, and
oberst).
Blue thread in the bullion trim also confirms them as Bavarian. These are some
of the small details necessary for identifying shoulder boards/epaulettes’
regiments, especially when cyphers or regimental designations are not present.
The epaulettes’ backing is a matching red. Overall, they are in very
fine condition. The shoulder boards are housed in their original storage
carton. The carton is quite large in order to properly accommodate these large
epaulettes. A pedestal in its interior is where they are mounted and secured
when they are not in use. The lid of the box has a white label on which is
neatly penned "No II - 19 April 1891." This is the date of either the
entrance into the regiment, or when they were acquired. The designation "No
II" was for Prinz Alfons’ valet, to make sure that he assembled the
correct regalia for a given uniform. The inside lid of the carton has
"Prinz Alfons von Bayern," along with a Wittelsbach Crown and Stole over
his name. A large white tag inside the lid proclaims that they come from the
Christian Block workshops of Munich. Block (as noted on the label)
was an official provider to the royal house. This is a great set in top
condition. It would make a fine addition to any collection.
$1,895.00
23-75 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES IN THE ORIGINAL STORAGE CARTON FOR A MAJOR IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 14 - PRUSSIA. This is an excellent pair of dress epaulettes (banjo style) for a major who served in Infanterie-Regiment Graf Schwerin (3. Pommersches) Nr 14. This regiment was raised in 1813. It was garrisoned at Bromberg, where it was assigned to II. Armeekorps. As a major, the original owner would have been either a battalion commander or perhaps on regimental staff. Each of these massive epaulettes has a white background, which is somewhat faded from age. Each displays the regiment’s number in gilt. Some light moth tracking shows on one of the epaulettes. This is in no way detractive to their overall presentation. As these are very large epaulettes, the storage carton is far deeper than those we see for a leutnant/Oberleutnant/Hauptman's epaulettes. The epaulettes are neatly secured in the carton with a ribbon. This is grand pair of epaulettes for a well-known regiment. IR Nr 14 had a wonderful record beginning with the Napoleonic Wars that extended into the Franco-Prussian War and later WW I. You should not pass up this chance to own a bit of their history. $875.00
23-204 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR - GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 5 - PRUSSIA. This is a very high caliber pair of major’s shoulder boards from Grenadier-Regiment König Friedrich I (4. Ostpreußisches) Nr 7. The regiment was founded in 1689. It was garrisoned at Danzig, where it was assigned to the XVII. Armeekorps. The rope design on the obverse indicates it is for a major (it is far different from the design used by leutnants, oberleutnants, and hauptmanns). This rank was either a commander of one of the regiment’s three battalions, or he was on the regimental staff. If single or double pips were added, the shoulder boards could be used by an oberstleutnant or an oberst, respectively. The regiment’s crowned royal cypher is featured on the board’s face. Their reverse reveals that these were once slip-on shoulder boards. The slip-on attachments are no longer present. The boards cannot be attached to a tunic in their present state. Their backing is yellow felt. It extends a bit, so that one can see the yellow trim as one looks at them from the obverse. They are great pair of shoulder boards for display, from a man who either commanded a battalion in the regiment, or was on the regimental staff. $425.00
23-160 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR - GRENADIER-REGIMENT KÖNIG FRIEDRICH I. Nr 5 - PRUSSIA. This is a pair of major’s shoulder boards from Grenadier-Regiment König Friedrich I. (4. Ostpreußisches) Nr 5. The regiment was established in 1689 and garrisoned in Danzig. The regiment was attached to the XVII. Armeekorps. Each board sports König Friedrich I’s Cypher. As a major, this officer commanded a battalion within the regiment. The boards have a unique bottom trim that extends out from the end of the shoulder board. The boards’ underlay is yellow. This is a very difficult-to-find pair of shoulder boards. $475.00
23-114 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR IN DRAGONER-REGIMENT Nr 12 - PRUSSIA. This is a pair of shoulder boards for a major who served in Dragoner-Regiment von Arnim (2. Brandenburgerisches) Nr 12. This was one of the later dragoon regiments that was raised in 1866. It was garrisoned at Gnesen and was a part of the II. Armeekorps. As a major, this man would have most-likely commanded one of the battalions or might have possibly served on the regimental staff. They have silver bullion braiding with interwoven black chevrons and the numerals "12" on each shoulder board. They have a fine toning and are of the slip-on variety. Each shoulder board has a yellow underlay. $295.00
23-234 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 103 - SAXONY. This is a pair of major’s shoulder boards from Saxony’s Königl Sächs. 4. Infanterie-Regiment Nr 103. The regiment was raised in 1709. It was garrisoned at Bautzen, where is was attached to the XII. ArmeeKorps. As a major, this man was either one of the three Battalion Kommandeurs or he was on the regimental staff, depending on the regiment’s organization. Each shoulder board sports "Russian" style rope braid, indicative of major/oberstleutnant/oberst’s shoulder boards. The chevrons on the braid are green, which confirms their origin in Saxony. Each shoulder board carries a gilt regimental designation of "103." The shoulder boards are quite large, measuring 5 3/4" x 2." The backing is red. The boards have slip-on, Saxon-style attachments, rather than having been sewn onto the tunic. $475.00
23-235 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 8 - BAVARIA. This is a pair of major’s shoulder boards from 8. Infanterie-Regiment Großherzog Friedrich II. von Baden. The regiment was raised in 1753. It was garrisoned at Metz, where is was attached to the Bavarian II. ArmeeKorps. As a major, As a major, this man was either one of the three Battalion Kommandeurs or he was on the regimental staff, depending on the regiment’s organization. Each shoulder board sports "Russian" style rope braid, indicative of major/oberstleutnant/oberst’s shoulder boards. The chevrons on the braid are blue, which confirms their origin in Bavaria. Each shoulder board carries a gilt regimental designation of "8." These boards were definitely worn on a tunic. You can see how they slope to match a shoulder. The backing is red. The boards have their slip-on attachments rather than having been sewn onto a tunic. $475.00
23-104 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A MAJOR IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 40 - PRUSSIA. This is a very fine pair of shoulder boards for a major who served in Füsilier-Regiment Fürst Karl-Anton von Hohenzollern (Hohenzollernsches) Nr 40. This regiment was raised in 1818 and garrisoned in Rastatt. Prior to the outbreak of WW I, this regiment was assigned to the XIV. Armeekorps. As a major of the regiment, this man probably commanded a battalion, or could have been a regimental staff officer. The shoulder boards measure 5 1/2" x 2 1/4." They are massive. Each shoulder board bears the number "40" for the regiment. They are of the slip-on variety. $250.00.
23-152 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETES FOR A HAUPTMANN IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 12 - SAXONY. This is an extremely fine pair of dress epaulettes (banjo boards) for a hauptmann commanding a kompagnie. Each epaulette sports a hauptmann’s double pips, along with the regimental designation "12," for Königl Sächs 12 Infantrie-Regiment Nr 177. It was one of the final Saxon regiments created (three others were created in 1897 and one more in 1912). This regiment was one of those created in 1897. It was garrisoned in Dresden, where it was attached to the XII. Armeekorps. Each epaulette features a gilt button. The epaulettes are the slip-on variety. The obverse is silver with gilt pips, the regimental number and a red backing. Their condition is quite pleasing, with a fine patina. $475.00
This is a pair of hauptmann’s dress ("banjo style") epaulettes from 2. Ostpreußisches Feldartillerie-Regiment Nr 52. The regiment was founded in 1899. It was garrisoned in Königsberg I Pr., where it was attached to the I. Armeekorps. The regiment was in existence for just nineteen years with the end of WW I. It was part of the massive buildup of 1899, when no less than FORTY-FIVE field artillery regiments were added to the German Army. Only seven more field artillery regiments were formed in the period from 1901 to 1912. The metal "moons’ of these epaulettes are a heavily tarnished gilt. The base material is white. Mounted on that we see the flaming bomb for artillery, the numeral "52" for the regiment, and a hauptmann’s twin pips. One of the epaulettes has three moth nips on the obverse, while the other is untouched. Their reverse reveals red backing. $425.00
23-201 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES FOR A HAUPTMANN IN ARTILLERIE-REGIMENT Nr 52 - PRUSSIA.
23-150 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES FOR A HAUPTMANN - SCHÜTZEN-REGIMENT Nr 108 - SAXONY. This is a pair of dress epaulettes (banjo boards) for a hauptmann. Each of the epaulettes has a hauptmann’s double pips along with the regimental designation ("108"). This pair of epaulettes was for a Kompagnie Commander in Königl Sächs Schützen-(Füsilier)Regiment Prinz Georg Nr 108. The regiment was created in 1809 and garrisoned in Dresden. It was attached to the XII. Armeekorps. This was a very elite regiment. As a Schützen-Regiment they wore shakos instead of pickelhauben. Each of the epaulettes displays a gilt button. They are of the slip-on variety, with a red backing. The backing of one epaulette shows extreme wear. Some of the red wool backing material has disintegrated and the stuffing is visible. In spite of this fault, the obverse of the epaulettes remains in solid condition. The exception is one nip on the epaulette that has the previously described damage. $350.00
23-200 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN IN INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 104 - SAXONY. This is a pair of hauptmann’s shoulder boards from 5. Königl. Sächs. Infanterie-Regiment Kronprinz Nr 104. The regiment was founded in 1701. It was stationed at Chemnitz, where it was assigned to the XII. Armeekorps. The shoulder boards are similar in size to Prussian Grenadier’s shoulder boards. That is, they are a bit more narrow than standard infantry shoulder boards. Each measures 5 1/4" x 1 1/4." Each of the shoulder boards bears the Kronprinz’s royal cypher, along with a hauptmann’s two pips. We can see Saxony’s green chevrons on the silver material of each shoulder board. Also, each of the boards has a gilt button. As we look at the shoulder boards’ reverses, we see that they are of the slip-on style and have red backing. Each one has its metal slip-on devices present. This pair of shoulder boards, while showing honest age, is quite pleasing, $325.00
23-53 PAIR OF M-1915 SHOULDER BOARDS TO A RITTMEISTER IN THE GARDE-KURASSIER- REGIMENT - PRUSSIA. This is an extremely fine pair of shoulder boards for a rittmeister who served in the Garde-Kürassier-Regiment. Each shoulder board carries the gilt-toned double pips of a rittmeister. The shoulder boards are of the slip-on variety. They have a double backing of white and blue under the silver bullion cords of the shoulder boards. These boards are in mint condition. They come from one of the proudest regiments in the Prussian Army and every officer in the regiment along with it's sister regiment the Garde du Corps was either a member of the royalty or nobility. $575.00
This is a pair of M-1915 hauptmann’s shoulder boards from Feldartillerie-Regiment Großherzog (1. Badisches) Nr 14. It was the first of the artillery regiments from the Grand Duchy of Baden. The regiment was founded in 1850. It was garrisoned at Karlsruhe, where it was attached to the XIV. Armeekorps. Each of the shoulder boards has a "14," a flaming bomb of the artillery, and a hauptmann’s double pips. Prior to the war and the move to the M-1915 boards, this regiment would have shown a Baden crown and no regimental number. The backing of these shoulder boards is red. They are in very fine condition. $250.00
23-171 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN - FELDARTILLERIE REGIMENT Nr 14 - BADEN.
This is a pair of hauptmann’s shoulder boards from the German Schutztruppen in Germany’s African colonies. The literal translation of Schutztruppen is "protectorate troops." In certain areas outside of Africa they were police forces rather than army units. The officers and NCO’s in the African units were German. In many cases the soldiers they commanded were native Africans called "askaris." As is correct, no regimental designation or cypher is on the shoulder boards. Only a hauptmann’s twin gold pips are present. The underlay and material on the reverse are black. The boards were worn on the khaki-colored, daily-use tunics (unlike the pair described below, which were worn on a white dress tunic). They are sewn-in rather than slip-on shoulder boards. Both are in excellent condition. $350.00
23-237 PAIR OF HAUPTMANN SHOULDER BOARDS - SCHUTZTRUPPEN.
$350.00
23-238 PAIR OF HAUPTMANN SHOULDER BOARDS - SCHUTZTRUPPEN. This is a pair of hauptmann’s shoulder boards from the German Schutztruppen in Germany’s African colonies. The literal translation of Schutztruppen is "protectorate troops." In certain areas outside of Africa they were police forces rather than army units. The officers and NCO’s in the African units were German. In many cases the soldiers they commanded were native Africans called "askaris." As is correct, no regimental designation or cypher is on the shoulder boards. Only a hauptmann’s twin gold pips are present. The underlay and material on the reverse are blue. The boards were worn on a white dress tunic, whereas the pair above was worn on the khaki-colored daily-use tunic. Also, please note the naval-style black extensions on each end of the board, which is how they were mounted on the white tunic. They are sewn-in rather than slip-on shoulder boards. Both are in excellent condition.
This is a pair of shoulder boards for a rittmeister from a Husaren-Regiment. They are narrower than a standard shoulder board. They are similar in size to a Grenadier-Regiment’s shoulder board. While they have a backing, it is not as stiff as other shoulder boards, which makes them perfect for use on an attila. $350.00
23-212 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A RITTMEISTER - HUSAREN-REGIMENT - PRUSSIA.
23-70 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN IN GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 1 - PRUSSIA. This pair of shoulder boards is for a hauptmann who served in Grenadier-Regiment Kronprinz (1. Ostpreuß.) Nr 1. This was the oldest non Garde infantry regiment in the Prussian Army. It was considered a very elite regiment. To be posted to that regiment was a plum assignment. The regiment was established in 1655. These shoulder boards are the narrower Grenadier style. Each shoulder board features the cypher of the regiment’s patron, and a Hauptman's double pips. The reverse of the shoulder boards is lined in yellow felt. The shoulder boards are of the sewn-in variety. They have clearly been removed from a tunic. This is a distinctive pair of shoulder boards for any collection. $350.00.
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23-198 PAIR OF M-1915
SHOULDER BOARDS
FOR
A
HAUPTMANN IN AN INFANTERIE- REGIMENT - HESSE. This is a
pair of M-1915 hauptmann’s shoulder boards from a Hessen Infanterie-Regiment. Each shoulder board bears a hauptmann’s double pips. In looking
at the shoulder boards’ feldgrau
material, we can see the red and white chevrons which indicate that they come
from the Grand Duchy of Hessen. These shoulder boards are of the sewn-in
variety. They have white backing on the reverse.
$225.00
23-230 PAIR OF M-1915
FELDGRAU HAUPTMANN SHOULDER BOARDS - FELDARTILLERIE-SCHIEßSCHULE -
PRUSSIA.
23-194 PAIR OF
HAUPTMANN SHOULDER BOARDS - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT - BAVARIA.
This is a pair of hauptmann’s shoulder boards from a Bavarian infanterie-Regiment. We can see Bavaria’s blue chevrons on the boards’ silver bullion.
Two pips on each board denote the hauptmann’s rank. The boards’ reverse shows
a red underlay. The shoulder boards are of the slip-on variety. Both are in
very good condition.
$175.00
This is a pair of hauptmann’s shoulder boards from Königl. Sächs 5. Infanterie-Regiment Kronprinz Nr 104, in good condition. This regiment was established in 1701 and garrisoned at Chemnitz. The regiment was attached to the XIX. Armeekorps. These are suitable for use on a feldgrau uniform or for a shoulder board collection. Each of the shoulder boards has a hauptmann’s double pips, as well as the royal cypher of the Regimental Chef, the Crown Prince. In addition, each of the shoulder boards sports a crowned button. The shoulder boards are of the sewn-in variety, with red backing. $395.00
23-158 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN - INFANTERIE-REGIMENT Nr 104 - SAX0NY.
23-77 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN IN 1. INFANTERIE-REGIMENT KÖNIG - BAVARIA. This is a pair of daily-service shoulder boards for a hauptmann who served in Bavaria’s 1. Infanterie-Regiment König. This was one of the better-known infantry regiments in the Bavarian Army. The shoulder boards are of the "sewn-in" variety, and have been removed from a tunic. They bear the cypher of the regiment along with a Hauptman's double pips. The blue chevrons can be clearly seen on each board. This, along with the cypher, confirms their Bavarian background. They reveal honest age, but still are quite engaging. The reverse of each board has a red felt backing, which shows evidence of mothing. $195.00 . .
This is a remarkable pair of shoulder boards for a Prussian hauptmann who served in a Flak Battery. They are of the sewn-in variety. Each board features the twin pips of a hauptmann, and the winged artillery shell of a Flak Battery. These are difficult-to-find in this rank. $275.00
23-119 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR A HAUPTMANN - FLAK BATTALION - PRUSSIA.
Oberleutnant & Leutnant
23-163 PAIR OF DRESS EPAULETTES FOR A MEDICAL OFFICER IN THE RANK OF OBERLEUTNANT IN THE ORIGINAL STORAGE CASE. This is an extremely fine pair of dress (banjo-style) epaulettes for a medical officer in the equivalent rank of oberleutnant. These epaulettes are in mint condition, due in no small part to their being housed in a storage case for some ninety years. The epaulettes metal trim is a very handsome gilt. The underlay on the epaulettes top is dark-blue or purple. Underneath, it is red. The single pip and the caduceus are also gilt. As I previously mentioned, the epaulettes are housed in their storage case and rest on their original tissue paper. They just do not get any better than this! $395.00
This is a pair of oberleutnant’s shoulder boards from Artillerie-Regiment Nr 48. These shoulder boards were in use prior to 1900. Each displays an oberleutnant’s single pip, and the flaming bomb of the Feldartillerie. In addition, each shoulder board sports a plain brass button. They are of the slip-on design, with a red backing. $395.00
23-167 PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR AN OBERLEUTNANT - ARTILLERIE-REGIMENT Nr 48 - SAXONY.
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PAIR OF SHOULDER BOARDS FOR AN OBERLEUTNANT - GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 7 - PRUSSIA.
This is a pair of shoulder boards for an Oberleutnant who was assigned to
Grenadier-Regiment König Wilhelm I. (2. Westpreußisches) Nr 7. This
regiment was raised in 1797 (the birth year of König and later Kaiser Wilhelm
I) and was garrisoned in Liegnitz where it was assigned to V. Armeekorps.
These shoulder boards which are of the sew in variety bear the gilt toned
crowned cypher of Wilhelm I who was the Grandfather of Kaiser Wilhelm II.
There is also a single gilt toned pip for the rank of Oberleutnant. The
shoulder boards have a white backing and are in top condition.
23-233 PAIR OF LEUTNANT EPAULETTES -
5. GARDE-REGIMENT zu FUß -
PRUSSIA.
This is a pair of leutnant dress (banjo style) epaulettes from Grenadier-Regime
23-178 PAIR OF LEUTNANT DRESS EPAULETTES IN GRENADIER-REGIMENT Nr 12 - PRUSSIA.
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