A superb and rare Italian WWI aviator's crash helmet which is similar to the French Roold helmet. This helmet was recently found in a house which was built in 1900 near New Haven, CT. The helmet is made of cork and is covered in an oilcloth canvas material which has been painted black, with red trim around the edge. Displayed on the front of the helmet is a hand-painted white Italian eagle which is perched on a human skull. Running below the eagle is a red, white, and green ribbon with what appears to read in Latin "aquilae mortis iunctae ac distributae", which seems to mean something to the effect of "the eagle distributes death". It's possible that this helmet may have belonged to one of several hundred Americans serving in the Italian air service during WWI flying the Caproni bombers, or to an Italian pilot who immigrated to America after the war. There is a name which can barely be made out on the inside of the visor which possibly can be identified with a bit of work. The helmet shows some light to moderate wear from period use, with some crazing, especially on the ear flaps. The quilted lining is very good, with no tears or damage. A totally untouched and as-found helmet which is directly from the attic of an old house. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. T26-1

The helmet is an approximate size 57 and is made of black leather. It is complete with all of its original gilded fittings, grenadier front plate, chinscales, and kokarden. The chinscales are complete with their original leather chinstrap and buckle. The helmet is complete with its undamaged leather sweatband and golden silk lining. The fittings and front plate retain approximately 98% of their original gilded finish. There are no extra holes in the helmet body, and it is an untouched and outstanding example. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. V58-1

The tschapka is a scarce "kommode" example for field use. It features a built-in green-gray oilcloth covering and is complete with its original chinscales with leather strap, and a black bush. The black bush is complete with its original bullion wire "FJ I" badge. The tschapka retains its complete leather sweatband and silk lining, with a Wien maker's name. The outer finish shows heavy crazing, however the overall condition is very good+, with some soiling to the liner from use. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-3

The set is a very scarce example of an M-1935 Soviet marshall's uniform and includes tunic, visor cap, and belt. The tunic is an approximate size 40 and is made of field-gray tricot wool with red piping. Both the collar and sleeves feature richly hand-embroidered, golden bullion wire insignia. The tunic also retains all of its original buttons. It is fully lined with green-gray rayon, with period markings on the inside right breast. It shows light to moderate wear from period use, with some soiling and chaffing to the material, however the overall condition is very good. The visor cap is made of the same field-gray tricot wool as the tunic, with a red wool centerband and piping. It retains its original golden bullion wire cap cords, as well as the original enamel Soviet star cockade. There is a slight chip to the enamel on the top arm of the star. The cap is fully lined with gray silk material and retains its original beige leather sweatband. The cap shows light to moderate wear and soiling from period use and is free from holes or tears. Also included is the original brown leather belt and rectangular brass buckle. The overall condition of the grouping is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. O10-1

Early SS VT Photo Album Dachau Related. The photo album is approximately 10.5" X 7.5" and contains approximately 60 photos. On several of the pages, it is noted that the photographs have been taken at "Oranienburg SS-Lager" and "SS-Kasernen Dachau". The photos range in subject matter from physical fitness to training, vehicles, an interior shot of the Dachau canteen, soldiers in leisure time, and other various pursuits. Judging by the subject matter and uniforms in the album, it seems to date from the pre-war period of approximately 1937-1939. An historic and absolutely 100% original album. It shows moderate wear, with some scuffs around the edges. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-7

SS Totenkopf EM Collar Tab Set- This set shows a nice dark base patch color with no obvious tears, holes or loose threads. The Totenkopf collar board features an embroidered skull and crossbones in white thread. Both boards show a nice buckram backing on the reverse. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-28

The medal group spans two wars (Boer War and WWI) and belonged to a private T. Worsley, a private in the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards. The Boer War portion of the grouping is contained in a Queen Victoria South Africa 1900 chocolate tin and consists of a rim-marked South Africa Service medal featuring Queen Victoria with six campaign bars, as well as a second South Africa Service medal featuring King Edward VII with two campaign bars. Both medals are uncleaned, with original patina, and retain their original ribbons. They are both edge-marked to Worsley. There are also three patriotic pins included in the grouping. The WWI portion of the group is housed in its original Princess Mary Christmas 1914 tin, and contains Worsley's 1914-1915 Star which is engraved with his name; his 1914-1918 war medal which is marked on the rim with his name; and his Great War victory medal which is likewise marked on the rim with his name. Also included is his fiber Coldstream Guards I.D. tag and chamois I.D. tag case, a patriotic pin, a newspaper article about the 1914-1915 Star medal, and a souvenir bullet which has been used as a pencil. A great British medal grouping which recently came from an estate sale. It is untouched and in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-11

The helmet shell markings are mostly obscured under the painted finish, however an "E" seems to be visible. It is a size 64, which is marked on the liner band. It features a sand-colored, rough, painted camouflage finish which has what appears to be sand or crushed stones mixed into the paint. It retains approximately 90% of this finish, which shows numerous abrasions and some oxidation. The camouflage finish was applied over a factory field-gray finish. The helmet is complete with its original liner, drawstring, and chinstrap. All of these components are complete, but show heavy wear from use, with much soiling and dryness to the leather. The helmet retains all three of its original liner rivets, which are unaltered and untouched. A very nice example of a well-used combat helmet. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. K62B-6

The parachute consists of the full harness, back pad, seat pack with seat cushion, and rip cord. It is fully packed and retains all of its original components, and is well-marked and dated "Jan. 1943". It retains all tabs, snaps, and clips as well. There is some wear and fraying to the seat pad portion, and shows moderate soiling overall from age and use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I23-1

The pickelhaube is an example used by a Saxon reserve infantry officer. It is made of black leather and is a size 54. It is complete with all of its original gilded fittings, including front plate and chinscales, and retains an original set of Saxon kokarden. The chinscales are complete with their leather chinstrap and buckle. The pickelhaube retains its original sweatband and brown silk lining. Three of the spike base stars have lost some of their gilded finish. The lining is complete, however it shows some light wear from period use. There are no extra holes to the helmet body. A very nice example which is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. V58-3

The tshako is made of orange wool felt and is complete with its original black and white cap cords. It features a gilded K.u.K. eagle front plate with a number 8 on its chest. The tshako is complete with its original leather sweatband and pink silk lining. It shows moderate wear and soiling from use and age. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-1

The knife is made in the style of a Fairbairn-Sykes commando knife and is an unmarked example. It is made of blackened brass with a cross-hatched grip. The double-edged blade is approximately 6.75" in length and retains approximately 96% of its original blued finish. It is housed in its original steel and leather combination sheath with the belt hanger being made of a painted green steel pancake flipper-like device. The leather portion shows some light scuffs from age, however the overall condition of the entire knife is very good+ and shows little period wear. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-7

The cap is a very fine example as worn by an officer in the Der Stahlhelm organization. It is made of field-gray wool and is piped with medium green wool piping. It features a metal silver-washed wreath with a Wurttemberg kokarde on the centerband and a Reichs kokarde at the top front. The left side centerband features a gilded badge depicting oakleaves and acorns. The cap retains its original leather sweatband and beige silk lining. There are a few scattered moth nips, otherwise the overall condition of the cap is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-1

The helmet shell is an extremely large size 68 and is marked "ET68" and "4313". It features a smooth, apple-green painted finish which shows numerous small abrasions and scuffs, with approximately 94% of the original finish remaining. There is also a small amount of oxidation on the top of the helmet. The left side features a heer eagle decal which is approximately 90%, with several nicks and scuffs. The right side features a national tri-color decal which is approximately 70%, showing numerous scuffs and chips. It retains its original size 60 liner which is complete with drawstring, original liner pins, and chinstrap. The helmet is completely untouched and uncleaned, and is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. 222-K1

The shako appears to be an approximate size 60 and is made of brown fiber with a police-green wool covering. It features an officer's-quality eagle front plate and chinscales which retain the original buckle and leather chinstrap. Also present are the screened air vents on each side of the body, as well as the officer's silver wire field badge. It is complete with its original tan leather sweatband, however there is no silk liner present. The body is free from any extra holes, and it retains an undamaged shape. There is a small moth nip on the back side of the shako, with some very light tracking as well. A very nice example which is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. 222-D1

The breeches feature a size 32" waist, with a 27" inseam. They are made of high-quality gray tricot wool and feature multi-piece, bright red wool stripes and welt running down the outer edge of each leg. They are complete with all of their original buttons, buckles, and adjustment straps. The inner legs feature leather reinforcement panels. They are free from holes, tears, or damage. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. 222-B1

The helmet shell is an exceptionally large size and is marked "NS68". It features a rough, dark olive-green finish which shows some light to moderate scuffs and is approximately 95%. The left side of the helmet features a heer eagle decal which is approximately 90%, with several scuffs and chips. The helmet retains its original leather liner, drawstring, and chinstrap. The chinstrap is marked with an RBnr. The liner pins are untouched and completely original to the helmet. The helmet is absolutely untouched and uncleaned and comes from a WWII veteran's family. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. G55-1

The cap is a late-war example which is made of coarse recycled black wool and appears to be an approximate size 55. It features fold-down ear flaps, with two pebbled-finish alloy buttons at the front. At the front of the hat is an SS skull and eagle trapezoid which is a machine-embroidered example that is neatly hand-stitched to the cap. The cap is fully lined with chocolate-brown rayon material. The cap is very salty and shows heavy wear from period use. There are a few scattered moth nips, but it is free from any tears or serious damage. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. 222-K2

The map is a waterproof, fluorescent-yellow nighttime flight map which shows the British cities of Liverpool and Manchester. The map is approximately 26" X 25" and is two-sided, featuring a city on each side. It features symbols for various points in the city, such as railway lines, main streets, etc. It is dated "30 Juni 1941". It is free from holes, tears, or damage, however it does have fold lines and some soiling from age. A scarce map which is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. G54-1

This grouping consists of a 1945 Victory Parade marshall's tunic, cap, and belt. The tunic is an approximate size 38 and is made of heavy blue-green wool which is piped in red wool. Both the collar and cuffs are richly hand-embroidered with gold bullion thread. It retains its original marshall's shoulder boards, which are made of gold brocade with hand-embroidery. It also retains all of its original buttons, and is fully lined with pale gray rayon material. The visor cap is made of matching blue-green wool, with a red wool centerband and piping. The centerband is heavily hand-embroidered with oakleaves, featuring a cockade with an enamel Soviet star. It retains its gold bullion wire cords and original side buttons. It is fully lined with gray silk and retains its leather sweatband. The belt is made of golden brocade with beige glove-leather backing, and is complete with its gilded two-piece buckle and retains its sword hanger. The overall condition of the grouping is very good+, showing some light to moderate wear and soiling from period use, as well as several small moth nips to the tunic. Please be sure to review all photos. O11-1

The front plate is for use on a Prussian officer's pickelhaube. It retains approximately 50% of its gilded finish and is uncleaned with original patina. Both mounting lugs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-4

The front plate is for use on a Wurttemberg officer's pickelhaube. It is undamaged and the elk horns are intact. It is complete with its original mounting posts. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-5

The front plate is the smaller size which is for use on a tshako. It retains approximately 35% of its original gilded finish, and is uncleaned with original patina. Both mounting lugs are present, however they are bent. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-6

The front plate is a wartime example with a gray finish. It is for use on an enlisted Prussian jager tshako. It retains approximately 98% of its original finish, and both mounting prongs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-16

Scarce Prussian Garde du Corps Officer's Front Plate. The front plate is of high-quality officer-grade construction for use on a Garde du Corps officer's pickelhaube. It is approximately 5" X 5" and is made of multi-piece vaulted construction. There is one chip to the white enamel between the words "SUUM" and "CUIQUE". It is uncleaned and retains its original patina, and is complete with both mounting posts and nuts. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. R2-5

The banner is approximately 55" X 46" and is made of two-sided, multi-piece rayon construction. It features an applied multi-piece DAF cogwheel in golden-yellow rayon on both sides. It is trimmed on three sides with golden-yellow rayon fringe and retains all seven of its original mounting rings along the hoist edge. The colors are bright and vivid. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. O91-1

The standard is approximately 53" X 48" and is made of multi-piece, two-sided wool. The upper corner of each side features a large dark-blue wool unit patch with the white chain-stitched unit designation "13/R61". The patches are piped with silver bullion cord. Three sides of the standard are trimmed with silver bullion edge fringe. The hoist edge rings are not present, as the flag appears to have been cut from its pole. There are some small scattered moth nips overall, and the colors are bright and vivid. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. O91-2

The cap is a pre-1942 example (with silver-finished cap insignia). It looks to be an approximate size 57 and is a classic saddle shape visor cap. It is made of high-quality, field-gray gabardine wool with a dark badgecloth-green wool centerband. The cap is fully piped with golden bullion wire and features a pair of silver-finished cap insignia as well as a gilded wire set of chin cords. It is fully lined with golden-yellow rayon lining and retains its original celluloid rhomboid sweat shield and tan leather sweatband. The lining is complete and undamaged, but shows moderate soiling from period use and age. There are two small moth nips on the lower rear edge of the cap between the centerband and sweatband, otherwise the cap is free from holes, tears, or damage and is unfaded with bright, vivid color. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. O31-4SR

The poster is an original example and not a re-print. It is made of paper and is not mounted, and measures approximately 29" X 20". It is a recruiting poster designed to stir up patriotic fervor among British men, urging them to enlist to avenge the sinking of the Lusitania by SM U-20 on May 7, 1915. The poster shows some nicks and minor rips around the edges, with an approximate 2" separation on the center folded seam at both the top and bottom. The overall condition is very good, and would frame very well. Please be sure to review all photos. H

1938 New Year's Eve Invitation from Reinhard and Lina Heydrich to Baldur von Schirach. The invitation is made of thick cardstock with gold edging and is approximately 6.5" X 4". It is autographed in ink by Reinhard Heydrich. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. T-0013

Heydrich Photograph and Autograph. The offering consists of what looks like a page that has been removed from an autograph seeker's book. It is approximately 6" X 8" and features an applied 3.5" X 4.5" photograph of Heydrich. Below the photograph is an ink autograph as well as Heydrich's rank and title. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T-0019

The ink autograph has been written on what looks like a page taken from a binder. It is signed "Heil Hitler Reinhard Heydrich", with a newspaper clipping photograph of Heydrich pasted to the page. The page is approximately 8" X 6". The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T-0021

Heydrich Birth Congratulations Autographed. The greetings are typewritten on a sheet of Heydrich's personal stationery which is approximately 9" X 7" and dated "19 August 1941". The note is a congratulations to whom we believe to be Hans Frank regarding the birth of a daughter. It is signed in ink by Heydrich. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. T-0024

The autograph is clipped from a larger document which is dated "20 Juli 1939". It is approximately 7" X 14" and is executed in ink. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T-0044

The boots are made of multi-piece construction with tropical canvas uppers and reddish-brown leather bodies. The soles are made of leather and are reinforced and complete with hobnails and toe plates. The heels are made of stacked leather and complete with heel plates. The heel plates are marked "22 R" and "L". Each boot is marked "30 1/2 6 42", while the soles are marked "30 1/2 6 EN". Both boots retain their original laces. The boots show light to moderate wear from period use and are in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-2

The cap is an approximate size 55 and is made of coarse, issue-quality, field-gray wool/rayon blend material. It features working fold-down scalloped panels, and retains its original blue-gray glass button at the front. It is complete with a set of machine-woven Luftwaffe cap insignia, which is neatly hand-stitched to the front of the cap. It is fully lined with blue, ribbed HBT rayon material, and shows no visible markings. It is free from holes, tears, or damage, and shows light wear from period use. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-4

Original U.S. Post-WWII Biltrite Marching Shoes Size 14½ – 1948 Dated. This is a pristine pair of 1948-Dated U.S. marching shoes with a clear stamp on the interior and rubber heels by Biltrite. The stamp names the contractor as Jos. M. Herman Shoe Co. and dates the shoes March 22nd, 1948. The shoes are in phenomenal unissued condition with their shoelaces still fully retained. These work well for a WWII display as placeholders. Great set of shoes perfect for display. In a large size 14½. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-13

Original WWII German 1944 Dated Bouncing Betty S-Mine by Fr. Weber & Co. This is a phenomenally rare inert example of a German “Bouncing Betty” S-mine, iconic for its three-pronged tip protruding from the base. The mine includes the base and the fragmentation cover. When triggered, these mines launch into the air and then detonate at about 3ft. The explosion projects a lethal spray of shrapnel in all directions. The S-mine was an anti-personnel mine developed by Germany in the 1930s and used extensively by German forces during World War II. It is marked clearly on the top base 209brc44 identifying the maker as Fr. Weber & Co. and the manufacture date as 1944. The fuse is marked fer. This is one of the best fully-inert examples out there, and will display beautifully. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-12

The grouping belonged to a doughboy of the 42nd Division and includes the following items: a postcard photograph of two men, one of whom wears a 42nd Division patch on his sleeve (no I.D. is on the photograph); a uniform-removed 42nd Division patch; overseas stripes; and a wound stripe. Additionally, a "liberty loan" type woven patch which states "Rainbow Division Veterans" which is machine-sewn to an olive-drab wool brassard is included. A very nice grouping which is in overall very good to very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-30

Original Rare U.S. P1912 U.S.M.C. Campaign Hat with Fold-Under Brim & Period EGA Insignia – Full Leather Sweatband. This is an extremely scarce seldom-seen Pattern 1912 U.S.M.C. Campaign hat, identifiable by its thicker folded-under brim and period Eagle, Globe, & Anchor insignia. This is one of the most-difficult pieces of WWI USMC headgear to find. It retains its full leather sweatband, but has a heavy amount of mothing across the exterior, interior, and under the brim. The hat-band is fully retained and is great minus a tear on one side. The EGA is in great shape and shares a dark patina with the hat itself. These do not show up often. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-14

The belt is approximately 41" in length and 3" in width. It is made of tan canvas and retains its original brass buckle. It features over 100 British and Commonweath buttons, as well as one hat badge and several German buttons. It is completely untouched, uncleaned, and 100% period-original. It is an excellent example of a WWI hate belt. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-7

Part of a wonderful and newly found group of tableware and cutlery from Hitler's personal train the Führersonderzug "Amerika" which was renamed Führersonderzug "Brandenburg" in January 1943. This important trove was brought home from the war by a member of Eisenhower's staff and acquired directly from his family. Train tableware was marked with numbers to the car to which it was assigned. Nearly all the items here are marked to car "244" which was Hitler's personal dining car in the 10 to 16 car train. Each piece is marked with the Reichsadler and "DR" (Deutsche Reichsbahn) and the silver markings. This item is a tea knife which is approximately 6.5" and is uncleaned, with its dark original patina. It is marked "90" and is car-marked "244" (Hitler's dining car). The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T32-7

This is a phenomenal example of a U.S. Victory medal with clasps for the Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, St. Mihiel, and Meuse Argonne Offensives. Great example with fair patina. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-3

This is a rare example of a WWI U.S. Navy victory medal with a clasp for a Submariner. There were very few U.S. submarines during World War I, making this a scarce example. The clasp is an original private-purchase example. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-4

Original U.S. WWI Navy Victory Medal with Clasp for Naval Aviation. This is a scarce short-ribbon Navy victory medal with one clasp for Aviation. Naval Aviation was an important part of the U.S.’ involvement in the war, as they defended U.S. ports and conducted bombing runs to protect Allied ships in Europe. Great example of a rare medal. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-5

Original U.S. WWI 28th Division Victory Medal with Rare Silver Citation Star. This is a scarcely seen 28th Division victory medal with a RARE silver citation star. This was the predecessor to the Silver Star Medal which was not authorized until 1932. The SSC was authorized in July 1918 and merited a small silver-colored star to be worn on the Victory Ribbon/Medal alongside other campaign stars. It was awarded for Gallantry in Action that did not merit the higher Distinguished Service Cross. The 28th Division was one of very few divisions to utilize this device, making this a very rare example. Medal has clasps for Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, Oise-Aisne, Meuse-Argonne, and Defensive Sector, which is a combination only found with the units of the 28th Keystone Division, which was made up of Pennsylvania National Guard units. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-6

Original U.S. WWI Navy Victory Medal with Subchaser Clasp. This is a scarce short-ribbon Navy victory medal with one clasp for Subchaser. This was a very important sect of the U.S. Navy, as submarines were very difficult to fight against during World War I without the help of radar. These men worked very hard to protect American vessels filled with soldiers going overseas. Great example of a rare medal. Ribbon is slightly fraying in the back as shown. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-7

Original U.S. WWI Siberian Expedition Victory Medal with Siberia Clasp. This is a very rare example of a WWI Victory medal with a clasp for Siberia, which was issued to troops of the 27th & 31st Infantry Regiments and other support units who participated in the Siberian Expedition, which was part of an Allied effort to support the White Russian Army against the Communist Bolsheviks. The Expedition was evidently a failure, but became a niche and scarcely-known part of U.S. History. The Siberia clasp was authorized for this small detachment of men. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-8

Original U.S. WWI Navy-USMC Victory Medal with West Indies Clasp. This is a scarce short-ribbon Navy victory medal with one clasp for West Indies. This clasp was awarded to Sailors and Marines stationed in the West Indies, or the Caribbean during World War I. This included Cuba, Puerto Rico, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and several other small island nations. These men were integral to protecting American interests in these nations, some of which had economies primarily controlled by Germans. Great example of a rare medal. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-9

Original U.S. WWI Navy Victory Medal with Asiatic Clasp. This is a scarce short-ribbon Navy victory medal with one clasp for Asiatic. This clasp was issued to U.S. sailors serving aboard a ship in or around Asia and the Pacific Ocean. Great example of a rare medal. Good amount of oxidation on the back, and some verdigris on the pin. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-10

Original U.S. WWI 332nd Infantry Regiment USAAS Italian Service Victory Medal. This is a very scarce WWI victory medal with clasps for Vittorio-Veneto & Defensive Sector, which was a combination only found with the AEF detachment sent to Italy as a response to the Italian State of Emergency after the disastrous Battle of Caporetto. This detachment included the 332nd Infantry Regiment of the 83rd Division and several ambulance companies of the USAAS. They were used during A very nice example of a rare medal. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-11

Original U.S. WWI North Russian Polar Bear Intervention Victory Medal with Russia Clasp. This is a very rare example of a WWI Victory medal with a clasp for Russia, which was issued to troops of the 339th Infantry Regiment, the 310th Engineer Regiment, and other support units who participated in the North Russian Intervention, which was part of an Allied effort to support the White Russian Army against the Communist Bolsheviks. The Intervention was evidently a failure, but became a niche and scarcely-known part of U.S. History. The Russia clasp was authorized for this small detachment of men. Standard pin-back. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-12

Original German WWI Vaulted 1914 Iron Cross First Class – Marked 800 This is a rare fine quality, magnetic center Imperial German EK1 with an 800 silver marking on the reverse. This example is vaulted, with a rich dark patina to the frame and ribbing. The 1914 iron cross was authorized to be awarded to German soldiers during World War I. The 1st Class variation was awarded for extreme acts of gallantry. Vaulted examples are more sought after for their shape and luxury. Heavy oxidation on the reverse. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-13

Original German WWI Engraved 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class in Original Presentation Case. This is a gorgeous engraved WWI Iron Cross 1st Class beautifully engraved and dated on the reverse Kierzek 19.2.1915 for an award date of February 19th, 1915. This is a very high end vaulted example with a magnetic core & silver frame, with a maker’s mark for Godet Berlin on the clasp for Gebr. Godet & Co., Berlin. The back of the medal has tarnishing and wear which is likely from being worn for so long. This example comes in its original velvet-lined presentation case with a small iron cross symbol on the top. The 1914 iron cross was authorized to be awarded to German soldiers during World War I. The 1st Class variation was awarded for extreme acts of gallantry. Being an engraved example, this is an exceptionally rare piece, ready for further research. This soldier could absolutely be identified with enough work. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-20

Original German WWI 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class with Repetition Clasp in Original Presentation Case. This is an extremely scarce 2nd Class iron cross in its original presentation case with a repetition clasp, worn for multiple awards. The exterior of the case is rough but looks great on the inside. The cross is presented as it originally was, with the ribbon and medal itself separate. The repetition clasp is a single-color construction with a pebbled background. The back of the clasp is maker-marked Gebr. Godet for Gebr. Godet & Co., Berlin. The clasp on its own is a very rare piece to find, almost always found on 1870 Iron Crosses for soldiers also awarded a 1914 award. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-21

Original U.S. WWI 3-Clasp Victory Medal with Original Box – Meuse Argonne & St. Mihiel. This is a great example of a US WWI 3-Clasp Victory medal with clasps for St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne, and Defensive Sector. This example comes in its original box with the 3 clasp names stamped on the top as shown. The St. Mihiel clasp is a bit worn as shown but the medal is in great shape overall with some oxidation on the pin. A great example of a scarce medal. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-22

Original U.S. WWI Navy Victory Medal Lot of 4 – Mine Laying, Mine Sweeping, Patrol, Salvage. This is a lot of four very scarce WWI Victory medals with Navy style brooches and private purchase Naval award clasps. The only serious damage is some fraying near the top of the ribbon on the Mine Sweeping medal. All four medals retain their pins and the clasps are all in great shape. Navy victory medals are much more difficult to find due to their scarce clasps. This is a very scarce group of medals. Please be sure to review all photos. M67-24

Tornister Mess Kit Cover- This mess kit cover shows no tears or holes in the material and the stitching appears tight. The leather pieces show no wear and the alloy securing stud shows some corrosion. Overall condition is excellent+. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-9

These gaiters show no tears or holes in their material and the stitching is tight. The leather straps and reinforcement patches show no wear at all. The alloy buckles show heavy oxidation and there are some oxidation stains on the material, more than likely from how they were stored before being discovered. One gaiter is ink stamped with a “37” on the material and the same gaiter bears an RBN number on one of its straps. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-8

The leather on this pouch appears to be in nice, pliable condition with minimal drying, if any. Some of the fittings show some mild oxidation. The pouch is maker marked and dated 1941 on the back. There is also an”S” stamped into the leather on the back side of the lid. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-5

The can retains the majority of its paint and shows no dents or oxidation. The can is also marked on the interior lid of the patch section “Rg. f. GEW WBC 5/62”. The kit is missing on of its brushes and its floorplate tool. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-10

The leather on these straps show very minimal wear and the alloy fittings appear to be in nice condition, again with minimal wear/patina. The reverse of the straps show some stampings and a possible name written possibly in pencil. The most notable stamp is a makers mark with a 1943 date. Overall condition is excelent. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-6

This backpack appears to be in nearly unissued condition. There are no tears or holes in the canvas, the pony fur lid shows no bear spots and the leather shows minor if any wear. The alloy fittings and buckles show no oxidation. The reverse of the pack shows some minor rub wear on the lower leather reinforcement strip and a very minor soiling on the canvas. The pack is maker nark and dated 1942 on the upper leather reinforcement. Overall condition is excellent+. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-4

This backpack is in very nice condition for its age. There are no tears or holes in the canvas and the pony fur lid shows one minor bare spot that is almost unnoticeable . The leather straps and reinforcements show some minor wear and the lower leather reinforcement on the reverse appears to be starting to dry out. The reverse canvas shows some ink writing, probably from the original owner, in two spots. The alloy fittings and buckles show some minor age related patina. The pack is maker marked and dated “jkh 41” on the upper leather reinforcement on the reverse. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-3

This backpack is in very nice condition, with no holes or tears to the canvas and only a few tiny bare spots on the blonde pony fur lid. The leather straps and reinforcements on the pack appear to have minimal wear and the alloy fittings are in very nice condition. The backpack straps look to be on the dry side and show some minor wear. The name “Pappe” is written in ink on the upper reverse of the pack under thetop leather reinforcement. The top leather reinforcement is maker stamped and dated but it is difficult to make out in the photos. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-2

This backpack is in nice condition for its age, with a very minor hole on the reverse that has been repaired and a few minor bare spots on the blond pony fur lid. The leather straps, reinforcements and backpack straps as well as the alloy fittings show very minimal wear. The alloy fittings and backles show a mild age related patina. The upper interior securing strap of the backpack is maker marked and dated 1934. The backpack is maker marked and dated “Max Muller Nurnburg 1937” on the upper reverse reinforcement leather and the backpack straps are maker marked and dated 1936 and 1938 respectively. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-1

These leather straps appear pliable with no drying or cracking. The alloy buckles and studs show a very minor patina with no corrosion. The stitching appears to be tight on all of the straps. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-7

The leather on these straps appear to be pliable although there does appear to be some minor drying and cracking. The alloy buckles are in good shape, two of the buckles show some minor oxidation, though. The stitching appears to be tight on all of the straps. The tip of one of the straps has what appears to be some inked artwork. Overall condition is very good-. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-12

The leather on these straps show some period wear and the alloy buckles show some minor corrosion. The reverse of the straps all appear to be either maker marked or date stamped. The stitching appears to be tight on all straps. Overall condtion is very good-. Please be sure to view all photos. F38-11

There are no tears or holes to the material and all of the stitching appears to be tight. All of the alloy drawstring grommets appear present and in good condition, the original drawstring is present as well. Some of the alloy buckles exhibit some minor corrosion. The leather carrying straps show some minor sweat staining. Overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-6

There are no tears, holes or marks on any of the material of this rucksack and it appears to be in unissued condition. The stitching is tight and the alloy grommets, buckles and reinforcements are in wonderful condition. There appears to be an inked makers stamp and what appears to be a “42” date within it as well. Overall condition is mint. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-5

There are no tears, holes and only very minor soiling to the canvas of this rucksack. The stitching is tight and the alloy buckles show a very mild age related patina. The rucksack has the last name of “KLaebisch.” written in ink on the front top near the opening. The leather reinforcement on the top reverse of the rucksack shows an RBN number. Overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-4

The sign is made of heavy-gauge plywood which is hand-painted with the insignia of the 7th Squadron 17th Cavalry Recon unit. The sign is approximately 20" X 16" and as noted, is hand-painted and features the Peanuts character Snoopy holding crossed swords. There is an applied aluminum rocker which reads "VIET-NAM PLEIKU", as well as an aluminum presentation plaque which is engraved "Cpt. Vincent J. Falconio Jan 69 to Sep 70 "CO" the Falcon". The back of the sign features some hand-written writing in the Vietnamese language. An excellent and 100% original sign/presentation plaque of the Vietnam war. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L88-17

The plaque commemorates service in the USMC Logistic Command in Vietnam 1968-1969. It features an NVA/VC stick grenade which has been cut in half and mounted on the plaque. The plaque is named to "William O. Crook". The plaque is approximately 13" X 9" and is made of wood. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L88-20

The sign was captured at the Kandahar airport in 2011 by a marine Lt. Col. and comes with a letter by the Lt. Col. giving the full history of how he came to possess it. The sign is made of heavy gauge tin and measures approximately 36" X 24". It features the hand-painted likeness of a Soviet "Mil Mi-24" helicopter. Also featured is Arabic writing, which at the time of this posting we have not been able to have translated. The sign shows numerous scuffs and abrasions, with some wear around the edges, otherwise it is in overall very good condition, and does come with the letter documenting its history. Please be sure to review all photos. L-2

The front plate is for use on an enlisted Prussian dragoon pickelhaube. It retains approximately 40% of its original gilded finish and is uncleaned, with original patina. Both mounting prongs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-8

The front plate is a reserve example for use on an Ulan tchapka. It is approximately 4.75" X 4" and retains its original reservist's cross. It is uncleaned, with dark patina, and retains both of its original mounting prongs. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-10

Prussian Enlisted Grenadier's Pickelhaube Front Plate. The front plate is approximately 9" X 4.5" and is in a large spread-wing eagle example. It retains approximately 85% of its original gilded finish, and is uncleaned, retaining its original patina. Both mounting prongs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-11

The front plate is approximately 9" X 4.5" and is uncleaned, with a dark patina. It retains approximately 60% of its original gilded finish. Both mounting prongs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-1

This is a scarce example of an enlisted Prussian pioneer pickelhaube front plate. This example with the "FWR" cipher was used by the 1st and 3rd batns. It retains approximately 75% of its original silver finish and the mounting prongs are intact. It is uncleaned, with original patina. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-5

The front plate is for use on a Saxon officer's pickelhaube and is approximately 5" X 5". It is uncleaned, with original pataina, and retains both of its original mounting posts. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-2

The front plate is an early example most likely of the 1860s-1870s period. It is for use on a Prussian grenadier's pickelhaube and features the "FWR" cipher in the middle of the eagle's chest. It is uncleaned, with original patina, and retains both mounting posts. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-9

The front plate is for use on an officer's pickelhaube of the 74th as well as the 164th and 165th infantry regiments. The front plate is uncleaned, with an original dark patina, and retains both of its original mounting posts. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-6

The front plate is for use on a Saxon Jager tshako and is approximately 3.75" X 3.75". It is uncleaned, with its original patina. The mounting posts are not present, otherwise the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-7

The front plate is for use on a Baden pickelhaube and is approximately 5.5" X 4". It is uncleaned with original patina and retains both of its original mounting posts. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-3

Personally Autographed Photograph of Rudolf Hess, Deputy Fuhrer. The photograph is approximately 7" X 5" and features a hand-written notation and autograph of Rudolf Hess. There are several very small edge wrinkles, however the overall condition of the photograph is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T5-0553

The Hess autograph is clipped and period-applied to a piece of official cardstock which measures approximately 5" X 2.5". It shows some light age handling wear. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T5-0562

The hardstock card is approximately 7" X 4.5" and is wishing a happy Julfest 1939. It is signed in ink, "Martin Bormann". The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. T5-0568

The business card is printed on medium-grade paper stock and is approximately 4" X 2.5". It shows some very minor handling wear, otherwise the overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T5-0571

The photo postcard depicts Hermann Goring, his wife Emmy, and daughter Edda. It is autographed in ink by Mrs. Goring. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0158

The ink autograph is below a picture of Dr. Goebbels which was clipped from a magazine. The clipped photo is approximately 5.5" X 3". The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0175

The business card is approximately 3.5" X 2" and is made of medium-stock paper. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0719

The tshako is made of black wool felt and features three deep rows of golden brocade trim. It also features a pair of lion head side bosses with a chain, and it is complete with its black hair bush and gilded eagle front plate. It retains its original leather sweatband and maroon silk lining. The overall condition of the outside is very good, with some wear and tarnish overall, however the inside shows very heavy wear and a very old attempt to restore the worn edges of the sweatband. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-4

The tshako is made of black wool felt and features three rows of gilded brocade trim. It is complete with its gilded eagle front plate, bullion chin cord, and FJI field badge. It also retains its leather sweatband, which has some edge damage, and its maroon silk lining. There are several small moth nips on the back side, and some moderate age patina overall. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-3

The tshako is made of black wool felt and features golden silk edge trim along the top. It is complete with its gilded K.u.K. eagle front plate and field badge. It retains its original leather sweatband and gray silk lining. A nice example which shows light to moderate period wear. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-2

The tshako is made of black wool felt and is complete with gilded brocade trim, a K.u.K gilded eagle front plate with the regiment designation 13, golden bullion cap cords, field badge, and plume. The field badge looks to be a Hungarian type, which would not be correct for this tshako. It is complete with its original leather sweatband and red silk lining. The visor is slightly bent at the front, with some slight separation of the edge trim. A very nice example which shows some uniform patina from age overall. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. H19-1

The tshako is circa 1900 and is made of black wool felt with gold brocade trim around the top. It is complete with its gilded front plate which looks to be of the Hungarian Government finance Dept. and bullion chin cord. It retains its original field badge and a feather plume which seems to be of Austrian origin, as well as its leather sweatband and silk lining. The lining shows moderate to heavy wear, with an approximate 2" tear on the rear portion of the sweatband. There is a small silk K.u.K. flag tucked under the strap on the inside lining. The tshako shows moderate wear overall and is in good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. H18-2

The tunic is an approximate size 36 and is as used by an infantry junior officer. It is made of olive-green gabardine wool, with a black velvet collar. It retains all of its original insignia, including collar bars and shoulder boards. It also retains all of its original buttons and is fully lined with light-gray rayon material. There is some moderate wear to the lower right breast pocket, and several small moth nips in various locations. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L30-2

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 French Made Mark I Trench Knife by AU LION. This is an absolutely stunning example of a Mk. I Trench knife by the French maker Au Lion, one of the scarcest World War I trench knife models. There are two models of these, and these French examples are the only ones to see extensive combat during the final days of World War I. This example is marked on the ricasso with a (Reclining Lion) / AU LION. The blade mark is about 90% retained. This brass grip of the knife is clearly marked: U. S. 1918. There is some verdigris on the grip as shown, which adds to the age and look of the knife. This example is missing its scabbard, so if you have an extra scabbard, this is your chance to complete the set. These don’t show up too often, and will work with any WWI or WWII display. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-1

Original U.S. WWII Everitt Black Blade Knuckle Fighting Knife. This is a nice example of the rare U.S. WWII Everitt Knuckle fighting knife. These are one of the most mysterious U.S. Edged Weapons of all time, as no one knows what exactly the origin of the knives are. No reference indicates that anyone knows who “Everitt'' was, or who the company that produced the knives were. This example has a bright steel grip with some nicks and scuffs. The blade still retains much of its black finish, but it has worn down over time due to not having a scabbard. These knives are extremely difficult to find in any condition. There have been persistent rumors these knives were made “sterile” with few markings so they could be used in clandestine operations without leading back to any particular country. This is a very scarce knife, ready to pair with a period scabbard or sheath. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-2

Original U.S. WWII Custom Theatre Made Knuckle Trench Knife. This is a very interesting custom knuckle knife likely made during World War II. The hilt looks like half of a cogwheel with five studs allowing for use as a knuckle knife, and is very crude with some cracks. The hilt was originally green-painted brass, but the paint has heavily worn down. The blade is also very worn, possibly being made from a bayonet. There is no scabbard present. This is a very scarce knife that will look great in any WWII Trench knife collection. L45-3

Original U.S. WWII Theater Made Knuckle Fighting Knife with Ornate Sheath. This is a gorgeous custom theatre-made knuckle knife likely made & used during World War II. The hilt is a crude single piece construction with four holes for the user’s fingers for use as a knuckle knife. The blade is in good shape only showing service use. The sheath is a custom-made leather sheath with a floral pattern on the front, the two pieces sewn together by the soldier with a standard Mills style belt attachment. There is a small rope threaded through the leather. A very attractive example perfect for any WWII trench knife collection. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-4

Original U.S. WWII Theater Made Knuckle Fighting Knife with Bowie Blade & Leather Sheath. This is a gorgeous theatre-made knuckle knife with a hilt that appears to be heavily inspired by the 1918 Mk. I trench knife, but without the skull crusher on the end. The blade is of the bowie-style with a clean sharpened finish. The leather sheath is perfectly shaped for the blade but appears clean and is well-stitched. There is an integrating belt loop at the top. The knife overall is in great shape and is not as crude as other custom theatre-made examples. A very attractive example perfect for any WWII trench knife collection. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-5

Original U.S. WWII M3 Knife with Mk. I Knuckle Duster Hilt & M8 Scabbard by B.M. Co. This is a very interesting theatre-altered M3 Knife which has been re-hilted with a 1918 Mk. I style grip in an M8 scabbard. The blade has been heavily cleaned and sharpened, so any maker’s marks are long gone. If the hilt ever had its skull crusher, it’s been grinded down or removed. There is a small bit of verdigris on the hilt. The scabbard is a nice B.M. Co M8 model with a canvas belt loop, and some strings are loose as shown. This is a really interesting piece that requires a lot more research, but will make a great addition to any WWII trench knife collection. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-6

Original U.S. WWI Model 1918 Mark I Trench Knife by L. F. & C. with Correct Steel Scabbard. This is an absolutely stunning example of a Mk. I Trench knife by the American maker L.F.&C, one of the scarcest World War I trench knife models. This example retains its original scabbard with both prongs. The hilt is a darker color with the maker’s name under the US 1918, which is standard for L F & C. The ricasso still retains its factory darkening but the blade itself has quite a bit of wear. The scabbard is also marked LF&C, making this a truly complete and correct example. The scabbard has a small bit of oxidation as shown but retains most of its original finish. The scabbard also retains both of its prongs, but one is bent upward from service use. A truly scarce example of what is likely the most sought-after World War I trench knife that also saw extensive use during World War II. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-7

Original U.S. WWI M1917 Knuckle Duster Trench Knife by L.F.&C. with Original Scabbard. This is a stunning example of an M1917 Knuckle Duster trench knife, the most-used trench knife of American soldiers during World War I. This model preceded the Mark I model by a year, and these examples were used heavily in France. This one is marked on the cross-guard LF&C 1917 and the hilt has a small bit of oxidation. The wood grip is in fantastic shape. The blade is service worn but still solid without any bends or being cut down. The scabbard is a proper example with its original paint, retaining its belt attachment. This is a scarce knife to find complete, with most examples missing parts. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-8

Original U.S. WWII Theater Made Knuckle Fighting Knife Made from M3 Knife Blade with Slick Snap Scabbard. This is an interesting theatre-made knuckle made from pieces of an M3 fighting knife and some refined looking metal used for the hilt which has a deadly set of spiked knuckles. The sheath/scabbard is also custom made with a small snap labeled SLICK with a triangle around it. It is a metal bayonet-looking scabbard with a leather belt attachment. The blade of the knife is very worn and has a darkened patina. This is a great custom theatre-made knife perfect for any WWII knife collection. Please be sure to review all photos. L45-9

The set is made of high-quality cotton and is an approximate size 48. It is complete with its hood, face veil, and closure ties, and also retains all of its original buttons. The trousers are made in the same fashion as the smock and retain the built-in waist ties. The amoeba camouflage pattern is a printed example. The smock shows moderate soiling, especially on the front, from period use. Both the smock and trousers are free from holes or tears, and the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-3

The pants are made of high-quality dark-blue wool, with an approximate 30" waist and 30" inseam. The outer seam of each leg features an approximate 2" wide stripe of woven gold brocade material. They are complete with all of their original buttons, adjustment strap, and buckle. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-8

The cap is an approximate size 55 and is made of issue-quality wool/rayon blend material. It features two field-gray painted pebbled-finish buttons at the front of the fold-down panels. The front scallops of the panels have been piped with silver-aluminum wire. The front of the cap features a neatly hand-sewn flatwire cap eagle with an applied multi-piece tri-color cockade. The cap is fully lined with taupe-colored, ribbed cotton/rayon blend material; it shows moderate wear, with soiling from use, and it retains the ink initials of the original owner, "E.M." The underside of the visor shows a few scattered moth nips, otherwise the overall condition of the cap is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-2

The Order is in the form of a five-pointed star, with a crossed rifle and saber. It is complete with its mounting stud and screw-back, and features the number "65042". The enamel star is free from chips, cracks, or damage. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-5

The wehrpass belonged to a man with the name "Geischek", who was a member of the Grenadier Battalion Feldhefrnhalle. It is complete with his photograph and includes a moderate amount of entries. Also included is a photograph, which was in the inside cover of the wehrpass, of two soldiers firing lugers. The overall condition of the grouping is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-7

The soldbuch is named to a man named Osmar Schulz with the rank Reiter. The soldbuch retains his photograph and shows heavy wear from period use. It has a moderate amount of entries, and is solid but heavily dog-eared. Also included is his black Wound Badge document, as well as a personal letter home. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-4

The gloves are made of dark-brown grained leather and show numerous period repairs around the fingers. They retain the elasticity around the cuff, and still retain supple flexibility. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-8

The tunic looks to be an approximate size 36 and is made of olive-green gabardine wool. It retains an original pair of captain's collar insignia and is complete with its original buttons. Also included is the matching cloak. The tunic is named to Captain Oku. There are a few small, scattered moth nips. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-5

The jacket is as used by an army private and is an approximate size 36. It is made of olive wool and lined with beige ribbed cotton. It is complete with its original buttons and private's collar insignia. It shows light wear from period use. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-3

The book is approximately 9.5" X 7", with multiple pages. It is published in 1942 under the German name "Mit Rommel in der Wuste". The book features much text, with a large amount of period artwork depicting the German army in the North African desert. The spine shows heavy wear, with fraying along the edge. The overall condition is good. Please be sure to review all photos. I27-9

The book is approximately 10" X 7" and features 438 pages which are packed with information and photographs regarding Japanese naval aces of WWII. It is a first edition published in 1989 and is complete with its original dust jacket. It shows some light wear from handling and use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. I24-6

This appears to be a WWII Japanese naval aircraft amp gauge. It is approximately 4" across and retains its original undamaged glass. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-10

This appears to be a WWII Japanese voltage gauge. It is approximately 4" across and retains its original undamaged glass. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-9

The haversack is made of olive-green canvas and is complete with all of its original components, including carrying sling. It is well-marked on the inside and shows moderate wear from use, with soiling and several snags. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-6

The tunic is an approximate size 34 and is made of coarse cotton/wool material. It is fully lined with beige cotton and complete with Sgt. Major's collar tabs. It retains all of its original buttons and shows some small scattered moth nips. Also included are a pair of olive breeches which are made of cotton. The breeches also retain their original canvas waist belt. There are a few small moth nips to the tunic. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-1ab

The tunic is an approximate size 36 and is made of high-quality, olive-green gabardine wool. The collar retains its original major's rank insignia. The tunic is fully lined with olive, ribbed cotton material and retains all of its original buttons. The breeches are also made of olive gabardine wool and retain all but one button (rear upper waist). Both the tunic and breeches show light wear, with only a couple of very small moth nips. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-2ab

The tunic is an approximate size 34 and is made of dark-blue wool and trimmed in black mohair. It is fully lined with black silk material and features collar rank insignia for a Lieutenant, as well as cuff insignia. Each cuff shows where three small chrysanthemum insignia once were. The tunic shows a few small moth nips, but nothing major. It is free from fading and shows some light to moderate wear around the inside collar. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-3

The cap is made of olive-green tricot wool, with a red wool centerband and piping. It is complete with all of its original components and retains a black leather sweatband and black silk lining. It features the stitched name of the original owner on the inside lining. There are some small scattered moth nips to the cap. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-10

The cap is an enlisted sailor's example which is made of dark-blue wool with a machine-woven talley. It retains its original oilcloth sweatband and is fully lined with black silk. The cap shows moderate to heavy wear from period use, but is free from holes or tears. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-12

The cap is made of ribbed cotton material and features an anchor insignia at the front. It is complete with its original chinstrap. The cap is complete with all components and shows moderate to heavy wear from period use, with heavy soiling and some uniform fading. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-7

The cap is made of olive cotton twill material. It is complete with all of its original components, including a machine-embroidered anchor badge at the front. It is well-marked on the inside and looks to be unissued. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-8

The cap is made of coarsely woven, olive-green burlap-like material. It features a machine-applied yellow star insignia at the front and is complete with its original leather chinstrap and sweatband. It is lined with coarse beige burlap material and is very well-marked. It shows moderate wear from period use, with some internal soiling. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-9

The cap is made of olive-green, ribbed cotton twill material. It features a machine-embroidered yellow anchor on blue cotton background insignia on the front. It is complete with all of its original components and is well-marked on the inside. It looks to be an unused example and is in overall excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-6

The cap is made of dark-blue wool with a black, woven cotton centerband. It is complete with all components, including a hand-embroidered golden bullion officer's cap badge. It retains its original black leather sweatband and black cotton lining. It is free from holes, but shows some very light moth tracking to the top. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-11

The cap is made of dark-blue wool and is fully lined with coarse cotton lining. It features a hand-embroidered bullion Merchant Marine cap badge at the front and retains its original leather chinstrap and brass side buttons. There are a few small moth nips to the left side, otherwise the overall condition is very good+, showing light wear from period use. Please be sure to review all photos. B16-2

The cap is made of dark-blue wool and is complete with its original black leather sweatband. It features a hand-embroidered bullion anchor cap badge and retains its original chinstrap and side buttons. The cap is free from holes, however it shows some light to moderate wear and soiling from period use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B16-1

The helmet shell retains approximately 40% of its original olive finish. It also retains a yellow stenciled naval anchor at the front. It has moderate to heavy patina overall, with some oxidation, and is completely untouched and uncleaned. The liner is not present. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-6

The helmet retains approximately 40% of its original painted finish and features the Navy insignia of an anchor and star on the front. The left rear side of the helmet shell shows some minor damage of where a bullet strike was deflected. The helmet retains its original leather liner, which has the original owner's name written in it. A nice helmet which shows moderate wear. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-7

The overall length of the wakizashi (when in case) is 26", while the blade itself is approximately 17.5". The blade is approximately 1 1/8" wide and features a very visible and undamaged hamon along the cutting edge. The boshi is undamaged and the tip is complete, without any breakage or blunting. There are a few very tiny nicks along the center of the blade at the hasaki, otherwise the blade is a very nice example, with no visible carbon flaws. The habaki is made of copper, with a simple design. Unfortunately, we are unable to remove the handle for inspection of the tang as it is tightly wedged and we fear damage if we attempt to remove it too aggressively. The sword is housed in an original silk storage bag. The overall condition is very good+, and is a fine example of this type of sword. Please be sure to review all photos. B17-4

Japanese Tanto in Shirasaya The overall length of the tanto is 16.5", with the blade itself being just under 10". It shows uniform gray spots over the entire blade, with numerous small edge nicks. The hamon is faintly visible, and the boshi shows a very minute chip at the point. Unfortunately, we are unable to remove the handle for inspection of the tang as it is tightly wedged and we fear damage if we attempt to remove it too aggressively. The tanto shows definite wear from use, but is in overall good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-4

The lantern is approximately 15" tall and is complete with extra colored lenses, two equipment tins, its wooden carrying handle, and original storage case. The storage case is made of tan canvas-covered fiber and retains its original lid which is detached but present. It shows moderate wear from period use, with some loss of finish and scuffing and abrasions to both the lamp and the case. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-1

This large group consists of a selection of WWII-era Japanese sake bottles, cups, and plates. They are made of porcelain and feature various patriotic and military designs. The conditions are very good+ or better. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-24

The front plate is made of brass and is approximately 5" X 4.5". It is in the form of a Prussian eagle and retains one of the mounting prongs on the left rear wing. It appears tht the prongs have been moved several times. It is free from cracks or damage. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. R2-2

The sign is made of two-sided painted tin and is made in a three-piece construction style which is approximately 32" X 24". It is hand-painted and features the wording on the top "ribbon", "HEADQUARTERS 4th MED. TK. BN. (PATTON) (ARMOR)". Below this is the insignia of the 32nd cavalry. At the bottom of the sign is another hand-painted "ribbon" with the wording "VICTORY OR DEATH". The sign shows moderate wear and abrasions. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. W275

The eagle is an unissued example and is made in the BeVo fashion with a woven SS eagle in gray thread on a black rayon background. The eagle is approximately 3.5" across X 1.5" tall. The overall condition is mint. Please be sure to review all photos. T29-5

Kriegsmarine Cap Talley- This full length cap talley shows a nice dark navy base color with the word “kriegsmarine” embroidered in gold thread. The stitching is tight and there are no obvious holes or tears in the material. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T26-6

This lot of five rank chevrons show no obvious tears or holes, although at least one does show some fraying in one of the corners. The colors are good and they do not show any obvious signs of fading, the stitching also appears to be tight. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T26-4

Heer Belt Buckle with Tab- This steel belt buckle has lost most of it’s painted finish and shows a patinaed finish along with some mild corrosion. The leather tab appears to be dry and shows a date stamp of 1941, the maker is difficult to read in the photos. The reverse of the buckle shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T26-2

Lot of Kriegsmarine Sleeve Trade Patches- This lot of 14 patches shows most, if not all are unissued. Some patches have some loose threads around the edges but none of them show any obvious holes or tears. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T26-5

U.S. Soldier Souvenir Grouping- This grouping is from PFC Art Kohlberger and includes a U.S. Armband that he wore in the invasion of Southern France, a dog tag, a 45th Infantry Brigade Patch, an Iron Cross First Class, Czech annexation medal, two Geran patches and a letter from Kohlberger as well as two photos. All of the items show wear as well as soiling. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T26-3

Imperial German M1910 Visor Cap- This visor cap shows heavy wear and soiling as well as some moth damage. The front center of the cap shows national and Prussian cockades that look to be in nice condition. The interior of the cap shows the typical wear you expect to see in a piece this age. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T41-2

M-35 Luftwaffe D/D Helmet- This helmet is marked "Q62" and retains most of it’s original finish and shows only some chips and wear, mostly to the top, where you expect to see it. The Luftwaffe eagle rates at about 90% while the tri color rates at around 50-60%. The interior liner is complete but looks a little dry and still retains it’s sizing string. The helmet also retains it’s chinstrap whicch is LBA marked. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T41-1

SS RZM M7/56 M-33 Dagger- The scabbard and crossguards of this dagger show age appropriate wear and finish loss as well as some patina. The blade looks nice and shows a nice dark motto to the front. The reverse of the blade is RZM marked and shows a spot stain or two. The handle is in good condition showing only some minor hairline cracks near the bottom crossguard. The eagle and SS roundel are in place and show no damage. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-1

Captured Der Condor Book- The cover of this book looks to be in good shape and it appears to have all of it’s pages. The interior of the book has some type of U.S. intellegence questionaire for new recruits inquiring about the advantages of captured intelligence. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-2

Photo of WWI U.S. Pilot- This cardboard self-framed photo shows some wear and fading and the cardboard frame looks to have some tape remnants. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-3

Sixth Army Alamo Scouts Patch with Provenance- This patch shows minimum wear and only some loose threads. A note from the original owner is provided on a copy of a few original articles. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-7

Heer Shoulder Board- This slip on shoulder board is in very nice condition with no tears or holes to the material. There is no wear or fading to the material either. The face of the shoulder board features a chain stitched “W” and the Roman numeral “VII”. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-8

Set of Heer Shoulder Boards- These slip on shoulder boards are in very nice condition with no tears or holes to the material. There is no wear or fading to the material either. The face of the shoulder boards feature a chain stitched “W” and the Roman numeral “VII”. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-9

Set of Luftwaffe Shoulder Boards- These Flak NCO shoulder boards are in nice shape with no obvious holes or tears to the material. The tress and rank pips all show nice finish. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-10

SS EM Shoulder Boards- These signals shoulder boards show a nice black base patch that is not faded. The boards show no obvious holes or tears and the stitching is tight. Overall condition is excellent. T74-11

Heer Medical NCO Shoulder Boards- These boards show minimal wear and display a nice color. There are no obvious tears or holes in the material. The front of the boards show a chain stitched “34” cypher in blue thread. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-12

Heer EM Shoulder Boards- These shoulder boards show minimal wear with no obvious holes or tears to the material. Each board shows a slip on cypher with a unit designation chain stitched in with thread indicating “M 603” Machine Gun. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-13

US Army Second Infantry Division Patch- The patch is made of multi-piece construction with hand embroidery. This patch shows a decent amount of mothing damage to the face, all on the star. The base cloth appears to be in nice condition. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-14

Heer Rank Chevron- Piece appears to be unissued and shows no obvious tears or holes to the material. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-15

Lot of Early Heer NCOs Shoulder Boards- This lot of 2 shoulder boards look to be a mismatched set with one board looking a little shorter than the other. Both boards display no obvious holes or tears and the rank pips show a mild patina. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-16

SS Collar Tab- This single collar board for the 23 SS Freiwilligen Division shows some minor damage and material loss to it’s upper right side in the photo. With the exception of this damage, the piece looks unissued. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-17

SS Collar Tab- This single collar board for the 15 Waffen Grenadier Division looks to be unissued with a nice dark base color. There looks to be some minor fraying in one corner. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-18

British Crimea War Medal- The medal shows wear and patina, but retains very nice detail for it’s age. The suspension ribbon is soiled and in rough shape, although considering it’s 170 year age, it is impressive to still be there. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-19

British South African Campaign Medal- The medal shows wear and patina but maintains nice detail. The suspension ribbon is present and is in decent shape, the suspension ribbon also displays five campaign bars. Over all condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-20

US Silver Star Medal- The medal shows some wear and finish loss, mostly on the high points. The reverse of themedal shows in was issued to Ensign Charles Duffy, USNR for actions related to November 8-11, 1942 please see the info below. The suspension ribbon shows somewear and it also retains it’s attachment pin. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-21 The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Ensign Charles John Duffy, United States Navy, for gallantry in action during the occupation of French Morocco, 8 to 11 November 1942. Participating in a hazardous dive-bombing mission over Casablanca Harbor, Ensign Duffy, with superb flying skill, scored a direct hit on a hostile cruiser with a 500-pound bomb. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Naval Service. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Duffy_(DE-27)

Third Reich Patriotic Lapel Pin- This piece shows nice detail and retains it’s nice painted areas. There is a nice patina to the low points of the detail. The reverse shows that it retains it’s attachment pin. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-22

Soviet Cap Badge- The front of this badge shows no damage to the enamel but does show some wear and corrosion. The reverse shows that the badge still retains both attachment prongs. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-23

Soviet Cap Badge- The front of this badge shows no damage to the enamel but does show some wear and corrosion. The reverse shows that the badge still retains both attachment prongs. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-24

SS Totenkopf Collar Tab- This EM collar board shows a nice dark base patch with a totenkopf embroidered in white thread in the center. There are no obvious holes or tears in the material and the reverse shows a nice buckram backing. There is a small point of fraying in one corner. Over all condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-25

SS Totenkopf Collar Tab- This EM collar board shows a nice dark base patch with a totenkopf embroidered in white thread in the center. There are no obvious holes or tears in the material and the reverse shows a nice buckram backing. There is a small point of fraying in one corner. Over all condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-26

SS Totenkopf Collar Tab- This EM collar board shows a nice dark base patch with a totenkopf embroidered in white thread in the center, the skull does show a small soiled area in the jaw. There are no obvious holes or tears in the material and the reverse shows a nice buckram backing. There is a small point of fraying in one corner. Over all condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-27

SS Officer Sleeve Eagle- This sleeve eagle presents on a nice dark base patch. The silver bulion embroidered eagle shows some wear to it’s threads. The reverse of the eagle shows it still retains portions of it’s original paper backing. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-29

SS EM Sleeve Eagle- This sleeve eagle presents on a nice dark base patch. The white thread embroidered eagle shows some wear to it’s threads. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-31

US Lapel Pin Set- This set includes an Army Visor Cap lapel pin and service member lapel pin. Both pins show wear and a nice patina. The reverse of the pins show they both retain their attachment pins. The reverse of the service member flag lapel pin shows it is marked “Sterling”. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-32

Lot of Heer Visor Cap Eagles- Tis lot is for three alloy Heer visor cap eagles. All of the eagles display minimal wear and all seem to retain their silver wash finish. The reverse of the eagles show they all retain their attachment prongs and all appear to be maker marked. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-33

Lot of Heer Visor Cap Eagles- Tis lot is for three alloy Heer visor cap eagles. All of the eagles display minimal wear, the two eagles on the top of the photo seem to retain their silver wash finish,while the eagle on the bottom shows patina and tarnishing. The reverse of the eagles show they all retain their attachment prongs and the top two eagles appear to be maker marked. Overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-34

WWI Era U.S. Marine Corps EG&A Cap Badge- The front of this emblem shows wear and patina. The emblem retains it’s screwback attacment, but looks like the atachment pin behind the eagle has broken off. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-35

American Ambulance France Badge- This badge shows wear and patina to it’s front as well as it’s reverse. The reverse also shows that it retains it’s attachment pin. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-36

US Army Combat Medic Badge- This badge is an early example and shows wear and patina. The reverse is unmarked and it retains it’s attachment pin and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-37

SS Belt Buckle- This buckle is uncleaned and shows heavy oxidation to it’s front and reverse. The reverse of the buckle looks unmarked and shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-41

Lot of Rank Pips- This lot contains three rank pips all of which show heavy wear and patina. The reverse of the pips show they all retain all of their attachment prongs. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-42

SS Belt Buckle- This buckle shows heavy wear and finish loss to the front. The reverse shows it retains most of it’s finish, but does have a few spots of oxidation. The reverse also shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-43

SS Belt Buckle- This buckle shows wear and oxidation throughout the front. The reverse shows it retains most of it’s finish. The reverse also shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-44

Heer Belt Buckle- This buckle shows minimum wear and finish loss save for a spot or two. The reverse shows that the buckle retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-45

Heer Belt Buckle with Tab- This buckle shows minimum wear and finish loss save for a spot or two. The reverse shows that the buckle retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch, it is also maker marked “J.F.S.". The leather tab looks to be a bit dry and is maker stamped and dated “1942”. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-46

Luftwaffe Belt Buckle with Tab- This aluminum belt buckle featuring a droop tail eagle shows heavy wear and finish loss. The tab is somewhat dry but looks to possibly be unit marked. The reverse of the buckle shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-47

Cased 1939 EK Spange First Class- The case shows a moderate amount of wear, mostly on the bottom. The release button looks to be functioning and shows some mild oxidation. The Spange has a nice age related patina overall, with the reverse showing it retains it’s attachment pin and catch. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-48

Cased 1939 Iron Cross First Class- The caseshows a moderate amount of wear, mostly on the bottom. The release button looks to be functioning and shows a mild patina. The interior of the case shows the bed portion to have a nice aged yellowing to it. The Iron Cross shows a tarnishing around the border, but nearly no finish loss to the black center. The reverse of the Cross shows it retains it’s attachment pin and catch. The attachment pin is maker marked with what looks to be an”L5”. Overall condition is very good+.Please be sure to view all photos. T74-49

Order of the Crown of Italy Medal- The medal portion is in very nice shape showing no chips or scratches in the enamel and very little wear overall. The center piece on the reverse side is not present. The suspension ribbon shows wear and an age related yellowing. The case shows moderate to heavy wear. There is an additional unknown suspension ribbon in the case that shows heavier wear and soiling. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-51

Lot of Heer Insignia- This lot consists of seven rank chevrons and one breast eagle. The insignia display varying stages of wear and soiling along with loose threads. Most appear to be uniform removed. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-52

Heer Infantry Tropical Overseas Cap- This cap looks to be in unissued condition and shows no wear or soiling at all. The top front center displays a Heer national eagle that has been machine stitched on. Below that is a tri color national cockade that has also been machine stitched on. It features a Russian braid, white rayon, infantry soutache applied at the factory. The red cotton/rayon blend interior is clean and shows a sizing ink stamp of “59”. The overall condition is unissued. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-53

IJN EM Late Model Field Cap- This field cap looks to be unissued with no major damage or wear. The stitching appears to be tight. The front center of the cap displays an embroidered patch with a yellow threaded anchor. The interior of the cap is clean and it has a nice kanji ink stamp in the center of the crown. Overall condition is unissued. Please be sure to view all photos. T74-54

The postcard features a formal Hoffmann portrait of Frick and is autographed in ink, "Frick". The top edge of the postcard is damaged, indicating that it has at one time been in a fire. The overall condition is damaged. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0202

The photo is an official Hoffmann example which is approximately 5" X 7". It features a frontal view of Joachim von Ribbentrop, Third Reich foreign minister. At the bottom front of the photo, it is signed in ink "von Ribbentrop". There is a bend to the bottom right corner, otherwise the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0216

The business card is approximately 4" X 2.5" and is printed on medium-stock paper. It shows some soiling from age. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0726

This document is an official certification of the signature of Joachim von Ribbentrop while incarcerated awaiting trial at Nurnberg. It features a large ink autograph, and the document is approximately 7" X 4". The overall condition is very good+, with a wrinkle from a paperclip. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0219

The postcard is an official Hoffmann portrait of Reichsschatzmeister Franz Xavier Schwarz. It is autographed in ink across the photograph and is in overall excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. T2-0222

The postcard is an official Hoffmann example of Reichsbank President Walter Funk. It is signed in ink across the lower front. There is a small stain to the upper right corner and a scuff to the bottom right corner. The overall condition is very good. Please make sure to review all photos. T2-0248

Original U.S. WWII 1st Marine Brigade British Polar Bear Patch Lot of 7. This is a tremendous lot of scarce WWII USMC Polar Bear patches worn by the 1st Marine Brigade after their attachment to the British 49th Division in Iceland in the early years of World War II. When British Major General Henry O. Curtis, commander of the British force's 49th Division, suggested that the 1st Brigade wear the 49th's Polar Bear shoulder patch, General Marston agreed. It was worn on each shoulder and was a distinctive insignia the brigade took back when it returned to California in 1942. The Marine brigade would wear the 49th Division's polar-bear shoulder patch with considerable pride. The 49th Division's commander, General Curtis, became popular with the Marines of all ranks by a display of simple leadership and genuine interest in Marine activities, including trying his hand in their softball games. These seven patches include three detailed polar bears facing left, one standard facing left, two standard facing right, and one extremely scarce polar bear with his head lifted. Four have cheesecloth backing as shown. These are a great set of patches. Please be sure to review all photos. HT21-1

Original U.S. WWII Marine Corps Avenge Bataan, Corregidor, Remember Guadalcanal Pins. This is a great set of WWII USMC pins used either by soldiers stateside or overseas following the battles of Bataan, Corregidor, and Guadalcanal, which all saw high casualty rates for the Marines. Used as an enlistment tool stateside, they were meant to increase Marine enlistment numbers following these heavy losses. There are three pin-back examples with specific engagements and a 4th slightly larger example with the EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) insignia including the “Semper Fi” motto.. HT21-2

Original U.S. Civil War M1858 USMC Fatigue Cap Badge with Red Felt Backing. This is an extremely scarce U.S. Marine Corps Model of 1858 fatigue cap badge in spectacular condition for its age. The horn has a gorgeous patina and the red felt backing behind the M is in great shape without any staining or loss. The Marines were an extremely small force during the American Civil War, making this a rare piece. This would often attach to the larger shield plate for the Marine Corps shako. Pin back and in great condition. Please be sure to review all photos. HT21-3

Pre-WWII Austrian Sword Knot. This is a beautiful Pre-WWII Austrian sword knot in fantastic condition. The sword strap or sword knot, Dagger Knots, Portepee, sometimes called a tassel, is a lanyard. Generally of leather but sometimes of woven gold or silver bullion wire, or more often metallic braid. Looped around the hand to prevent the sword being missing if it is dropped. This example has silver metallic wire with a red center and a beautiful patterned stem. Please be sure to review all photos. HT21-6

U.S. WWII Jeep Cap – Medium. This is a stellar example of a scarce Jeep driver’s cap. This cap has a tag reading M on the interior indicated size Medium. There is a small bit of mothing as shown but nothing very noticeable. This is a difficult piece to find in original condition. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-1

U.S. WWI CAC British-Made Enlisted Coastal Artillery Corps Overseas Cap – Dated 1918. This is a fantastic British made overseas cap for an enlisted soldier of the Coastal Artillery Corps, which was composed of over 30 regiments of Federal or state coastal artillery units sent to France during World War I. Most of these regiments saw combat, mostly in St. Mihiel and the Meuse Argonne Offensive. This cap has a great enlisted CAC insignia pinned to the left side and a well-retained fabric sweatband with broad arrow stamping, indicating British manufacture. A great example. Dated 1918 and Size 7½. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-2

U.S. WWI Named Aviation Corps Pilot Captain’s Overseas Cap with Rare Green & Black Piping. This is an exemplary piece of U.S. Aviation History, a Captain’s French Made overseas cap named to William J. Turner, Captain, Air Service, who lived in New York City. Turner arrived overseas on May 22nd, 1918, and returned stateside in May 1918. The cap has scarce black and green piping which was used by the Aviation Service. Turner was likely a pilot or observer. The cap is in great shape without much damage and a great faux leather sweatband which indicates French manufacture. This is one of the rarest pipings to find on overseas caps, so don’t miss it. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-3

U.S. WWI Named Chemical Warfare Service Officer’s Overseas Cap with Rare Blue & Yellow Piping. This is an extremely scarce example of a piped Lieutenant’s overseas cap belonging to Jesse E. Waid of the Chemical Warfare Service. Waid lived in Boston, Massachusetts and left for France on September 6th, 1918. He had this overseas cap custom made with blue and yellow piping indicating the Chemical Warfare Service. It is the same color as their patches often are. It’s very difficult to find piped officer’s overseas cap, but Chemical Warfare is one of the scarcest pipings to find, making this example a rare find! Named J.E. Waid twice on the interior. There is a great but faded maker’s tag on the interior. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-4

U.S. WWI 2nd Division Military Police & Transportation Officer’s Overseas Cap with Scarce Enamel Pin – French Made. This is an extremely rare 2nd Division Overseas cap with scarce blue piping and a gorgeous enamel 2nd Division pin with an Indian Head and star in a Blue Shield. This insignia is specifically for the Military Police and Transportation. The French-made cap also has very faded blue piping which indicates the same type of unit. The cap’s interior has a lovely red fabric liner and faux leather sweatband indicative of French tailor manufacture. There are two clothes-pins inside holding the top together as is often done. The front end of the cap features a gorgeous French made enamel pin and 2nd Lieutenant Insignia. This is one of the scarcest WWI overseas caps out there. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-5

U.S. WWII IV Corps Counter Intelligence Corps Armband & Patch. This is a scarce WWII armband for the Counter Intelligence Corps which consisted of highly trained special agents carrying out government interests overseas. This was an extremely small force and finding anything relating to this force is very difficult. Armband has 3 snaps with 3 different sets to attach to for size differentiation. The soldier was assigned to the IV corps which is what the patch is for. A scarce set. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-6

U.S. WWI Military Police Armband. This is a scarce and attractive Army Military Police armband in red and black fabric. The buttons indicate U.S. manufacture. These are scarce to find and will pair well with any WWI era Military Police uniform. All divisions of the American Expeditionary Forces had a detachment of Military Police. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-7

Original U.S. WWII Navy & Army Air Forces Armband Lot. This is a very scarce lot of WWII armband for use by the Army Air Forces. They include GAS for Gas protection troops, MP for Military Police, SP for Navy Shore Patrol, and an Army Air Force Observer armband with a set of Observer’s wings. A very scarce set of armbands, perfect to pair with uniforms. The MP armband has snaps but the rest are meant to clothes-pin to your uniform. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-8

Original U.S. WWII Sergeant Insignia Lot – 1st Sergeant, Technical Sergeant, Staff Sergeant. This is a great lot of 6 sleeve insignia for enlisted-men of the U.S. Army during World War II. There are matching sets for First Sergeant, Technical Sergeant, and Staff Sergeant. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-9

U.S. WWII Tank Destroyer Patches Lot of 2. This is a great set of two WWII Tank Destroyer patches. Every battalion of Tank Destroyers wore this patch depicting a Panther snapping an armored car with treads in half, one of the most iconic patches of WWII. Both are in good shape. This is a scarce unit to find. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-10

U.S. Korean War 2nd Logistical Command Uniform Patch. This is a scarce Korean War patch for the 2nd Logistical Command depicting a 2 wrapped around a silhouette of Korea surrounded by wreaths and Logistical Command. In great shape with evidence of having been pasted in a scrapbook, a great period patch with a great patina. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-11

U.S. WWI 42nd Division Patch – French Made. This is an extremely scarce 42nd Division full rainbow patch from World War I. This example is different than most with a darked color palatte of black, yellow, and red. It could just be heavy fading from age which has given the patch a lovely patina. This division saw more days in combat than any other during World War I. An extremely rare piece. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-12

U.S. WWI 26th Yankee Division Patch. This is a scarce but small example of a 26th Division patch for a soldier in the American Expeditionary Force. The 26th Division was the 1st National Guard division to arrive in full force overseas, seeing heavy combat over several months from February to November 1918. The patch is a wool diamond with YD in the middle for Yankee Division. They were one of the first divisions to start wearing a shoulder patch. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-13

U.S. WWII Combat Paratrooper’s Custom-Made Bullion Insignia & Ribbon Bar. This is one of the most beautiful custom-made insignia we’ve seen, a great set including a Bullion CIB badge, a 6-place ribbon bar for the Bronze Star, Army Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with 2 Campaign stars, the US WWII Victory Medal, and the Occupation of Germany Medal, and a set of partially bullion Paratrooper’s wings below those. They just don’t get much better than this. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-14

U.S. WWII 91st Infantry Division Patch and Custom-Sewn CIB and Ribbon Insignia Lot & 362nd Infantry DUI. This is a fantastic set of a sewn-ribbon bar, 91st Infantry Division patch, and DUI for the 362nd Infantry Regiment, a great set of WWII insignia. The bar includes the CIB Combat Infantry Badge, and the ribbons for the Bronze Star, Army Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with 2 Campaign stars, the US WWII Victory Medal, and the Occupation of Germany Medal. The set is meant to sew directly onto the uniform. A great set of WWII insignia for the 362nd Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-15

U.S. 1960’s U.S.M.C. Quantico Skydivers Parachute Club Bulldog Patch. This is a very scarce example of a Vietnam War period patch for the Quantico Skydivers, which was a Marine Corps parachute club based out of Quantico, Virginia. These are scarce patches to find and are a very popular USMC unit to collect. The Quantico Skydiving Center, a U.S. Parachute Association certified skydiving club, was active during the 1960s and 70s and primarily served the needs of US Marine Corps Skydivers stationed at MCB Quantico and the greater Washington DC Metropolitan Area. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-16

U.S. Korean War US Marine Corps Close Air Support FAC / TAC Squadron Patch. This is an extremely scarce patch worn during the Korean War by the USMC Close Air Support squadron. The patch is likely Japanese-made and machine embroidered, likely removed from a flight jacket. An unbelievably scarce patch to find any examples of. Features a great scene of a fighter plane destroying Korean vehicles. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-17

U.S. WWI Marine Corps EGA Screw-Back Insignia – EGA This is a very scarce WWI EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) hat badge for the United States Marine Corps. You can tell it’s WWI period as the globe has both latitude and longitude lines. This example is gilt and retains its original screw, and would look great on a campaign hat or Dress Blue Bell Crown visor. These are becoming harder to find in WWI configuration. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-19

U.S. WWII Marine Corps Officer's Imperial HH EG&A Screw-Back Insignia – This is a very scarce WWII EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) hat badge for the United States Marine Corps. You can tell it’s WWII period as the globe has only latitude lines, not longitude. This example is bronze-colored and retains its original screw, and would look great on a campaign hat or visor. There is a scarce stamp for the Imperial HH Company, a rare maker of these badges. These are becoming harder to find in WWII configuration. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-20

U.S. WWI Marine Corps EG&A Screw-Back Insignia – This is a very scarce WWI EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) hat badge for the United States Marine Corps. You can tell it’s WWI period as the globe has both latitude and longitude lines. This example is bronze and retains its original screw and washer which allows better attachment to caps and helmets, and would look great on a campaign hat or Dress Blue Bell Crown visor. These are becoming harder to find in WWI configuration. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-21

U.S. WWI Marine Corps EG&A Screw-Back Insignia –This is a very scarce WWI EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) hat badge for the United States Marine Corps. You can tell it’s WWI period as the globe has both latitude and longitude lines. This example appears to be a cast bronze example and retains its original screw, and would look great on a campaign hat or Dress Blue Bell Crown visor. These are becoming harder to find in WWI configuration. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-22

U.S. WWI Marine Corps EG&A Screw-Back Insignia – This is a very scarce WWI EGA (Eagle, Globe, Anchor) hat badge for the United States Marine Corps. You can tell it’s WWI period as the globe has both latitude and longitude lines. This example appears to be a cast bronze example and retains its original screw and washer which allows better attachment to caps and helmets, and would look great on a campaign hat or Dress Blue Bell Crown visor. These are becoming harder to find in WWI configuration. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-23

U.S. Rare WWII 'Patch Type' Paratrooper Pin for the U.S. Army 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment. This is an extremely rare World War II 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment "patch type" distinctive insignia pin. Activated February 24, 1942, the 504th (aka "Devils in Baggy Pants") and assigned to the Army Airborne Command, the 504th soon became part of the 82nd Army Airborne Infantry Regiment. The 504th served in Italy and North Africa. Casualties were so prevalent in the regiment that it was actually excused from the Normandy invasion to regroup. The beautifully enameled insignia shows the head of a red devil with a pitchfork beneath a blue parachute. This is an extremely scarce pin to find in any condition and this one is great with its pin still retained. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-25

U.S. WWII Set of 2 SHAEF Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force Enamel Pins. This is a very scarce set of enamel pins for SHAEF. The Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Force (SHAEF) was a joint U.S. - British military organization created in England in February 1944 to carry out the invasion of Western Europe. Dwight D. Eisenhower, an officer of the United States Army, was appointed Supreme Allied Commander. Eisenhower organized his staff along U.S. military lines with separate staff sections devoted to personnel (G-1), intelligence (G-2), operations (G-3), logistics (G-4) and civilian affairs (G-5). The pins are both in fantastic shape and retain their enamel. The backs of the pins are a bit tarnished which confirms their age. A great scarce set perfect to pair with a uniform or cap. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-26

U.S. WWII Set of 4 Combat Infantry Badges for 2nd & 3rd Awards – E.H. Simon Sterling. This is a fantastic set of 4 Combat Infantry Badges, two with one star for a 2nd Award and two with two Stars for a 3rd Award. The original, World War II–model CIB was a silver and enamel badge, consisting of a 3-inch-wide (76 mm) rectangular bar with an infantry-blue field upon which is superimposed a Springfield Arsenal Musket, Model 1795. The composite device is superimposed to an elliptic oak-leaf wreath, symbolizing steadfast character, strength, and loyalty. During World War II, there existed metallic, composite models of the CIB composed of a separate EIB rectangle-badge and oak-leaf wreath that then was pinned to the blouse, as a Combat Infantryman Badge. One of the 4 badges is marked on the back E.H. Simon Sterling, a well known maker of these badges and Sterling being the material. The two smaller ones are marked L-22. A great set without their pins. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-27

U.S. WWII Navy Flight Surgeon Wings – Set of 2. This is a very scarce set of WWII Navy flight surgeon’s wings in two distinct sizes. The wings are gilt and depict an acorn on a leaf with wings. The larger example is hollow back and made by Vanguard and the smaller example is marked for Imperial HH, two well known makers of these wings. These are extremely scarce and retain both of their pin-backs. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-28

U.S. WWI & Inter-War Tank Corps Insignia & Collar Discs – Landships. This is a tremendously scarce set of U.S. WWI Tank Corps insignia including 3 collar discs, two WWI bronze and one 1920’s gilt Company B example. One of the WWI examples is Meyer-maker marked, a rare maker of these. There is also one large Officer’s tank corps badge in great shape with its pinback, maker-marked for Meyer, often worn on overseas caps or Collars. There are also 4 inter-war combat infantry insignia with landships in front of crossed rifles. One has a 1 insignia attached and another has a 2. A very scarce set of Tank Corps insignia. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-29

German WWI Kreuzerfahrten und U-Bootstaten 1st Edition Printing – Dated 1915. This is an extremely scarce German-printed copy of Kreuzerfahrten und U-Bootstaten by Otto V. Gottberg, printed in Berlin by the Verlag Ullstein & Co. in 1915. This is one of the earliest books about U-Boats printed in Germany. It is the memoirs of a sailor who served aboard an Imperial German U-Boat in October 1914 to attack the Japanese-English blockade forces. A very scarce book to find. Printed in the old German script. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-30

U.S. WWII Western Union Telegram Notifying Liberation of Soldier from German POW Camp. This is a great 1945-dated telegram notifying Mrs. Pauline Osika that her son, George J. Osika, has been liberated from a German prison camp, probably the greatest news that mother had ever heard. This telegram is a fantastic piece of WWII history that was absolutely important enough to the mother to keep safe for so many years. Dated June 1st, 1945. Comes in its original envelope with a note to collect 10 cents upon delivery. Ironic! Please be sure to review all photos. H46-31

U.S. WWI Studio Portrait of Camouflage Tank in U.S. Streets with Propaganda Posters in Background. This is an absolutely gorgeous studio portrait likely taken in 1918-1919 of a French Renault FT Camouflaged tank in the United States certainly being used for a Victory Loan drive, traveling along a street. This portrait is even better when you notice the period use of propaganda posters behind it, with a Victory Loan poster pasted on a bank window to give the impression of The First National Victory Bank, and another Liberty Loan poster to the tank’s left. The camouflage pattern is gorgeous and makes for a gorgeous display portrait. Board is a bit worn but no damage to photo. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-33

U.S. 1930’s Keystone B-4 Plane Photographs with M1919 Browning Machine Guns. This is a fabulous set of 2 photos of a Keystone B-4 Biplane designed in 1930 and ordered by the U.S. Air Corps in late 1931. They were armed with M1919 Browning Machine Guns which are visible in the photos. This is a great clashing of old and new technology, one of the most powerful calibers ever manufactured on a WWI-style biplane frame, a gorgeous set of photos for sure. The photos are both signed Marshall Rooks on the back. The plane’s designation is A.C.30-346 Please be sure to review all photos. H46-34

U.S. Pre-WWI Naval Aviation Photos of Pilot Flying Seaplane. This is a gorgeous pre-WWI set of photos of a pilot, named N.T. Bartlett on the back, flying a seaplane on the ocean wearing a flight helmet. These planes were very difficult and dangerous to fly, and Naval pilots were far and few between especially before World War I. This is a very rare set of photos with more research to be done, as he likely went overseas during the war as well. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-35

U.S. Korean War 4th Marine Regiment 3rd Marine Division Ace Lighter This is a great Korean War era Ace Lighter with badges for both the 4th Marine Regiment and the 3rd Marine Division on each side. The lighter opens and could use a new wick. Maker-marked to “ACE” Quality Lighter at the bottom. A great piece for any USMC collection. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-36

French WWI Adrian Helmet Inkwell on Marble Base. This is a gorgeous French-made inkwell with a small marble base with a small replica of an M1915 Adrian helmet on top acting as the inkwell, with a cute small leather chinstrap. This is an adorable example in great condition and would look great on your desk or in any collection. These are very scarce. The helmet is connected to the base by two bolts. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-38

British WWI Royal Flying Corps Leonard Wrist Watch with Rare RFC Lens Cover. This is a very scarce WWII Leonard Wrist watch worn by pilots in the RFC with a rare RFC marked yellow transparent lens cover. These are very scarce to find on their own and are RFC marked on the interior on the side. A very scarce piece to find on its own but with the original watch and its original strap this is an astounding set. There is verdigris on the metal which is to be expected from age and storage. We have not tested the watch to see if it runs, but an inspection and cleaning from a watch maker is recommended. Please be sure to review all photos. H46-39

U.S./British WWI Trench Shrapnel Watch with Additional Shrapnel Cover. This is an extremely scarce WWI Shrapnel trench watch which was designed with an integral shrapnel cover, but this example has a second shrapnel cover attached on top that still allows for the reading of the numbers, which was known to be done by some soldiers. This example retains its rare original canvas strap and buckle in good shape. There is a patent marking on the additional shrapnel cover. The watch is in fantastic condition and is one of the nicest we have seen. We have not tested the watch to see if it runs, but an inspection and cleaning from a watch maker is recommended. Please be sure to review all photos. HT46-40

Imperial German Miniature Etched M1889 Prussian Infantry Kaiser Honor Officer’s Sword with Scabbard. This is a very pretty miniature version of an M1889 Prussian Officer’s sword with the etched motto. This example retains its original mini scabbard and sword knot. The motto on the blade translates to “You swore Germania sword in Wettern, you created the empire for us honored in the universe, you wrapped an iron band around all Germany. Welcome you rich blacksmith into the Mountain Land!" This miniature sword is in fantastic condition and measures roughly 11¼” long. Please be sure to review all photos. HT46-41

U.S. WWI M1902 Medical Eagle Snap Hospitals Corps Pouch. This is an extremely scarce and beautiful M1902 Hospital Corps pouch which was used pre-war and during World War I by field medics. The bag has its entire original contents list stamped under the flap which makes for a great project to complete it. It has a Red Cross painted on the front and the diamond-shaped U.S. Medical Corps insignia. The leather retaining strap and canvas shoulder strap are retained and in great shape as are the eagle snap buttons. These are incredibly difficult to find and display beautifully in any field gear collection. Please be sure to review all photos. HT46-42 House 70

Prussian 2nd Cuirassiers’ Wappen Plate with Hohenfriedberg 4 Juni 1745 Ribbon. This is an extremely rare large wappen plate for wear only by the 2nd Cuirassiers on their large M1894 Lobster-tail helmets. This plates design is similar to the basic Prussian Pickelhaube plate but has an added ribbon to the design with the inscription Hohenfriedberg 4 Juni 1745 which is in reference to the Battle of Hohenfriedberg which the regiment famously took part in. The wappen is gilt with a great patina across, and the inscription still visible. The two screw-backs are seen welded to the back. This is one of the scarcest wappen of the WWI period. Please be sure to review all photos. H70-1

Imperial German M1894 Cuirassiers Helmet Spike and Spike Base. This is a scarce piece to find on its own in this condition, a spike and spike plate for the M1894 Cuirassiers Lobster Tail helmet. These helmets are often found without this plate, making this a scarce piece to be used to complete a helmet. This brass spike is in great shape. Please be sure to review all photos. H70-2

U.S. WWII-Vietnam War Calvary Division Patch Lot – 1st & 2nd Cavalry This is a great lot of Cavalry Division patches dating from World War II to the Vietnam War. These patches include the 1st Cavalry Division, the 2nd Cavalry Division, a small patch for the 3rd Cavalry Division with just a Blue 3, a small 64th Cavalry Division patch, 2 rare Vietnam War Panic patches for the 1st Cavalry Division with the donkey’s behind. There are some other interesting-colored variations. 30+ Patches in total all in varying conditions and variations. Please be sure to review all photos. H70-3

WWI Vaulted 1914 Iron Cross First Class with 2 Screw-Backs – Marked 935. This is a rare fine quality, magnetic center Imperial German EK1 with an 935 silver marking on the reverse. This example is vaulted, with a rich dark patina to the frame and ribbing. The 1914 iron cross was authorized to be awarded to German soldiers during World War I. The 1st Class variation was awarded for extreme acts of gallantry. Vaulted examples are more sought after for their shape and luxury. Heavy oxidation on the reverse. This example is a double screw-back example without the screw. A scarce piece. Please be sure to review all photos. H70-4

U.S. WWI 82nd Division Studio Portrait of 2 Soldiers with Gas Masks. This is a gorgeous WWI studio portrait taken in Philadelphia shortly after the soldiers’ return from France, likely taken in 1919. The portrait depicts 2 soldiers in their uniforms, one soldier’s beautiful velvet 82nd Division patch visible and a field artillery collar disc indicating service in the 319th, 320th, or 321st Field Artillery Regiment of the division. The other soldier’s patch isn’t visible but he has an Infantry Crossed rifles Private First Class insignia on his right sleeve. Both soldiers are wearing their M1917 Doughboy Helmets and their U.S. Small Box Respirator gas masks. A great example with the studio name and address at the bottom. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-1

U.S. Indian Wars Soldier Portrait with Bugle. This is a gorgeous 1890’s period portrait taken of a U.S. Infantry soldier wearing his forage cap with an infantry badge, confirming this as taken during the Indian Wars or Spanish-American War period. The soldier is holding a bugle, and the portrait is marked for Royal S. McGue Portraits in Cleveland, Ohio and Washington, D.C. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-2

German Pilot Photo Group – Pour le Mérite Blue Max Recipient. This is a tremendous group of photographs belonging to an Imperial German pilot who was awarded the famous Blue Max medal during World War I, as evident by a photograph of him wearing it. Some of the photos are written on and postmarked as shown. There were many of these awarded to pilots during the war but this man could possibly be identified from the information provided. There are roughly 18 photos and postcards in total with several of the pilot and many of planes, one showing the Edelweiss flower squadron insignia on the side of the plane. This group could use some serious research, as there are a lot of scarce aspects in these photographs. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-3

U.S. WWI Aviation Photograph Lot – Patched Uniforms with Pilot’s Wings. This is a great lot of unrelated WWI aviation photographs including a studio portrait of an Enlisted soldier in the Aviation Service with a 3rd Army patch, another portrait with a patch for the 502nd Aero Squadron, another standing soldier with 2 overseas chevrons and pilot’s wings, and a portrait of two soldiers, one a pilot, with their girlfriends/wives/sisters. This example has names written on the back. There are some great photos in here ready for further research. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-4

WWI Postcard Lot of Famous Aces in Uniform – This is a great lot of 7 postcards with photographs of well-known German Aces and Pour le Mérite Blue Max recipients with their names. These include the famous Red Baron Manfred von Richthofen, Immelmann, another famous pilot, and several other Blue Max recipients. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-6

U.S. Inter-War Biplane Photographs – 1925 Dated. This is a nice lot of 2 photographs of biplanes manufactured and developed in the 1920s. The two planes are named, the Panell Panther and the Sperry Owl. The second photo is dated 1925 on the back. Very beautiful planes. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-7

Civil War Confederate Paper Money - $10, $20, and Partial $50. This is a great set of Civil War Confederate currency including a $10 Note in fair shape with some damage on the back, a $20 note in better shape, and a $50 note which is missing roughly 30% on the left side. A great set of paper money which is becoming increasingly more difficult to find. Please be sure to review all photos. The first 2 have written serial numbers and the third has a stamped number. H75-8

U.S. WWII Rare Painted Bomber Planes Photograph Lot – 15 Different Squadron Emblems. This is a tremendously rare set of WWII period photographs of the squadron insignia painted on the sides of bomber planes, with 15 different emblems photographed and 20 photographs total. Some of the photos have writing or stamps on the back. The plane names include the Red Raiders, Shoo-Shoo Baby, Idiot’s Flight, and Sassy Lassie. These are perfect for a research project and are fantastic photographs on their own, here’s your chance to get an entire collection of them! Please be sure to review all photos. H75-9

WWII-Vietnam War Lot of 43 Armored Divisional Patches – 28 Different Divisions. This is an incredibly scarce lot of 43 armored divisional patches from World War II to the Vietnam War. They include 2 for the 1st Division, 3 for the 2nd Division with one having Hell on Wheels on the bottom, 4 for the 3rd Division with 2 having the Spearhead on the bottom, and some for the 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 30th, 40th, 48th, 49th, and 50th Armored Divisions. This is a great collection of armored patches that will look great in any Armored collection. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-10

WWII Lot of Seven Custom-Sewn Ribbon Bars – Silver Stars, Legion of Merit, Purple Hearts. This is a beautiful lot of seven custom-sewn ribbon bars for made for an individual soldier to sew directly onto his uniform. The first four all have the same ribbon configuration of Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart with OLC, American Defense Campaign, Pacific Campaign with arrowhead and 3 stars, Victory Medal, Occupation of Germany Medal, and Philippine Liberation with star. The other three bars have different combinations of ribbons. A beautiful set of seven which are very hard to find on their own and are great for display. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-11

U.S. WWI Lot of 41 Collar Disks – State & Numbered Discs. This is a phenomenal lot of 41 Collar discs used by the U.S. Army and several National Guard units before and during World War I. There are 14 pre and wartime discs and one postwar Minesota disc, there are 27 numbered U.S. discs to be used alongside unit type discs, one U.S. Guard disc, one 301st Infantry regiment disc, and one post-war Cavalry disc. Every disc except the USNA 350 Disc has its original screw. This is a great collection of discs, they don’t come up in lots like this often, with most being sold individually. Don’t miss out on this great lot. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-12

Japanese WWII Glass Sake Bottle with Plane & Flag. This is a beautiful Imperial Japanese sake bottle hand-painted and designed with a pagoda embossed at the bottom. This is a gorgeous period piece which has survived in perfect condition despite its fragility. Japanese characters and some small gold inlay ornament this great piece. Marked 28 on the bottom. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-13

Imperial GermanTwo-Place Medal Bar with Iron Cross 2nd Class and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Medal.This is a great Imperial German medal bar with the Iron Cross 2nd Class and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Medal which is often called the Centenary Medal. The medals are magnificently mounted with brass and their clasp-back still intact. This is a near-pristine set. The Centenary medal was awarded by Prussia to state and university officials, as well as all military officers, non-commissioned officers and enlisted personnel, which were actively serving in army, navy and Schutztruppe. Medals were also awarded to the surviving veterans of the First Schleswig War, Second Schleswig War, Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. This is a rare set of medals perfect for any Imperial German collection. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-14

WWI Navy Victory Medal Lot with Clasps for Escort and Submarine. This is an extremely scarce pair of medals issued to specific naval troops who served during World War I. The Escort clasp was awarded for serving aboard escort ships ensuring that U.S. Army and Marine troops arrived safely overseas during a period when U-Boats were constantly patrolling the waters. The Submarine clasp was awarded to sailors serving aboard the U.S.’ few submarines in service during World War I. The shorter brooch on these medals indicates Navy issue. There is some small fraying on the brooches but otherwise the pins are retained and these medals are in great shape. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-15

WWII Enamel Distinguished Unit Insignia Pins - Lot of 8. This is a great lot of 8 different DUI pins for units of the U.S. Military. These include a 553rd Transportation Company Pin, a 273rd Infantry Regiment, 69th Division pin, a CBI (China, Burma, India) pin, a very rare China General Marshall’s HQ pin, an enamel Post-WWII Hamburg Police collar badge, a 969th Engineer Battalion pin, a Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Forces pin, and a red kangaroo troops pin. Some are pinback, some are screwback, with two missing their pins. This is a very scarce set of DUIs. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-16

WWII Theater-Made 390th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion DI. This is an extremely scarce WWII Theater-Made insignia for the 390th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion. The badge depicts a 3-eyed alien with two cannons and a third wrapped in his tail. A gorgeous badge for a short-lived unit. Pin-back but missing its pins. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-19

Japanese WWII China Incident Commemorative Bronze Medal. Japanese commemorative medal depicting a Japanese soldier on the obverse. The reverses depict aircraft over a map with Japanese characters. This was awarded for participation in the incident at the Marco Polo Bridge, which marked the beginning of the war between China and Japan that would last until 1945. An extremely scarce medal to find, in rough condition. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-20

WWII Sterling Paratrooper Wings Pin-Back Airborne Qualification Badge. This is a great set of WWII Sterling paratrooper wings, marked Sterling on the back. The finish on the badge is a bit tarnished which gives it a gorgeous patina. Partially hollow back, pin-back retained. A great example of a scarce WWII badge. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-21

U.S. WWII Enamel Allied Joint Force Command in Naples Insignia Pins – Lot of 2. This is a gorgeous pair of red-enameled insignia pins for the Allied Joint Force Command, which was stationed in Naples, Italy. There are two different sizes and both are pinbacks. The larger one is stamped with a maker’s mark in Napoli. A great set of badges. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-22

U.S. Post WWII Enamel United States Constabulary DUI Pins – Lot of 2. This is a gorgeous pair of yellow-enamel DUIs for the U.S. Constabulary which was a military gendarmerie force which occupied the U.S. Occupation Zone of West Germany and Austria from 1946-1952. One DUI is circular and the other is in a yellow shield with a yellow and blue ribbon. One is pin-back and the shield is screw-back, both in great usable condition. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-23

U.S. WWII Railway Operation DUI Pins – Lot of 4. This is a great set of four Railway-operation unit DI pins. There is one for the 750th Railway Operating Battalion, two for the 746th Railway Operating Battalion with the iron cross and cross of Lorraine, and one for the 727th Railway Operations Battalion, with the Semper In Tempore motto at the bottom. One of the 746th badges are scratched with a name, that example is a screw-back, while the other three examples are pin-backs. A great lot of insignia. Please be sure to review all photos. H75-24

The coat is made of heavy quality field-gray wool with a medium-green collar. It is an approximate size 38 and retains its original light-green ribbed cotton lining. It has a good amount of early Hollywood costume house markings on the inside which date to the 1920s or 1930s. It is complete with all of its original buttons, however the sew-in shoulder straps are not present. There are a few small scattered moth nips, but nothing serious. It retains very strong color and is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C63-1

The lamp is in fine working order and is made of a U.S. 60 mm mortar and dated "1942". The mortar is inert and has been made into the main portion of the lamp body. It retains the fuse and tail fins and is flanked by two 50 cal shells. It is completely wired and in working condition, and also retains its original handmade wicker shade. A great piece of WWII trench art. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C78-1

The pickelhaube is a WWI wartime example which is a size 55 and is maker-marked and dated "1916". It is complete with its original field-gray front plate, spike, and spike base. It retains a pair of large kurassier-style kokarden. The right side Reichs kokarde may have had some touch-up to the paint. The leather chinstrap appears to be an older replica. The pickelhaube is complete with its original leather liner, and one of the spike base studs has been replaced with the type with bend-over prongs. There are a few very minor dings to the helmet body, otherwise it is a decent example in very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-7

The helmet looks to be a wartime ersatz example and is an approximate size 56 and is made of black-finished metal with an attached metal comb and brass trim. The chinscales are complete with their original leather strap and buckle, and the beige leather sweatband is also present. Overall, this is a nice helmet which shows moderate wear and is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-2

The tschapka is an example of a 21st Lancers (Empress of India's Lancers). It is made of black leather with a light-blue wool mortar board, and is complete with its front plate and bullion field badge. Both the liner and chin chain are present. It is marked on the inside, W (Broad Arrow) D 1902. The helmet shows moderate wear, with a few small moth nips to the mortar board, otherwise the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-3

The helmet appears to be a composite example (mixed parts). It features a field-gray front plate with a heavily pitted detachable spike and field gray spike base and spine. It is an approximate size 56 and is made of black leather. It retains its original M-91 side lugs and leather liner. The left front plate hole is slightly elongated, and there are no leather attachment strips for the front plate loops. There is no chinstrap or kokarden present. A good example for restoration. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-6

The helmet is a wartime example and is made of pressed green felt. It is an approximate size 55 and retains its olive leather sweatband. It is complete with its brass Baden front plate, spike, and M-91 side lugs. The front visor trim has been removed, and there is an old repair to the edge of the back visor. Also of note, the spike base lugs are not the bend-over prong examples but have attachment nuts. A decent helmet with potential for improvement. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-1

The helmet is as used by an officer of dragoon regiments 4, 5, 6, 10, 12, and 15. The helmet is an approximate size 56 and is made of a black leather body with silver-finished fittings and front plate. It retains its original brass chinscales which retain the leather chinstrap and buckle. Also present are a pair of kokarden. The helmet retains its original brown leather sweatband and copper colored silk lining. There are no extra holes to the body, however one of the mounting studs behind the eagle front plate is not present. A nice helmet which shows moderate age and wear from period use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-4

The cap is made of quality red wool and features a bullion field badge at the top front. It is complete with its tan leather sweatband and golden silk lining. Although present, the silk lining has become partially detached. The cap retains vivid color and is free from holes, tears, or damage. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-8

The kepi is an early example from the period of the Franco-Prussian war. It is approximately 5" tall and is made of red wool with a dark-blue band around the base and dark-blue piping. It retains its original leather-covered cardboard visor and is complete with its leather sweatband and polished cotton lining. It shows moderate moth damage overall, with bright, unfaded color. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C60-10

The helmet is a large-size example and retains approximately 95% of its original painted green finish. It features the Engineer Corps badge on the front, and is complete with its brown leather liner and chinstrap. A very nice example which is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-6

The helmet appears to be an approximate size 56. It retains approximately 90% of its original painted green finish, with the Medical Corps emblem on the front. It is complete with its original leather liner and chinstrap. It shows moderate wear from period use and is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-5

The helmet is a swivel-bale example with a seam-split front to the edge trim. It retains approximately 95% of its original rough, olive-drab painted finish and is complete with its original canvas chinstrap. It is also complete with its original fiber Firestone liner, which retains all of its original webbing and leather sweatband. A very nice helmet which shows very little wear and is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-2

The helmet shell is an early fixed-bale example which features a front split seam edge trim. It retains approximately 95% of its original olive-drab painted finish, as well as an original foliage net and canvas chinstrap. It is complete with the fiber Firestone liner, which retains its original canvas webbing and leather sweatband. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-7

The shell is marked "E.T.64". It retains approximately 85% of its original factory green finish, and shows some moderate oxidation and patina. The liner is completely missing. The overall condition is good. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-4

The helmet is a nice example of the early WWII type. It retains approximately 95% of its original smooth olive finish, as well as its original comb at the top. Also present is the leather liner, however this is very dry and stiff, and partially detached from the edge. The chinstrap is not present. The overall condition of the helmet shell is very good, while the liner is poor. Please be sure to review all photos. C61-3

The boots are made of black leather and feature vertical side-seam construction. They are approximately 11.5" from the back of the heel to the tip of the toe. They are complete with their original heel plates, toe plates, and hobnails. The heels are made of stacked leather, and the soles are made of leather as well. Each boot retains one leather pull-tab which is intact. The boots are very solid and still quite supple, however they do show heavy wear from period use and still have mud caked into the soles and are uncleaned and unoiled. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-5

The gear grouping consists of a marine infantryman's full kit. It contains the following items: A canvas backpack; a reversible camouflage poncho; an "AFH"-marked, MK-1 bayonet and scabbard; a T-handle entrenching tool with canvas cover; equipment suspenders; a USMC-marked canvas 10-pocket ammunition belt; a canvas first-aid kit pouch; and two canteens with canvas holders, one of which is a black enamel-covered example. All equipment shows light to moderate wear from period use, with some soiling, fading, and oxidation to metal fittings. The overall condition of all components ranges from good+ to very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L42-9

This is a personal information, fingerprint, and signature document relating to Julius Streicher being taken into custody on 22 May, 1945. He was being held at Central Continental Prisoner of War Enclosure #32, which was a processing station and interrogation center for the Class A war criminals who were then moved on to Nurnberg for trial. The document is two-sided and approximately 8" X 8". The overall condition is excellent. Please make sure to review all photos. T500-1684

The postcard features a color portrait of Werner von Blomberg, Commander in Chief, Armed Forces, 1936-1938. It is autographed in ink across the bottom portion of the postcard. The overall condition is very good+. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0264

The postcard features an ink autograph of Generaloberst Werner von Fritsch, Army Commander in Chief. He was killed in the seige of Warsaw, 1939. There is a slight ink smudge on the right side of the postcard just above his shoulder, otherwise the overall condition is very good+. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0278

The postcard is a formal portrait of Generalfeldmarschall Walther von Brauchitsch. It is signed in ink along the bottom portion of the postcard. The overall condition is excellent. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0284

The document is awarding the German Cross in Gold to an Oberst Edler von Daniels, Kdr. I. R. 239. The document is dated "15. Dezember 1941" and is autographed in ink by von Brauchitsch. It shows several folds and a paperclip impression, otherwise the overall condition is very good+. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0287

The postcard is a formal Hoffmann portrait of Generalfeldmarschall Wilhelm Keitel, Chief of the Armed Forces High Command. The postcard is autographed in ink "Keitel" across the lower front. The overall condition is excellent. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0293

This document is a certification of the signature of Wilhelm Keitel when taken into custody. The document is dated "1 September 1945" and is approximately 8" X 5". The overall condition is excellent. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0299

The photo postcard is an official Hoffmann portrait and depicts Generalfeldmarschall Erwin Rommel, Army Commander North Africa. The postcard is autographed in ink across the lower front, "Rommel". The overall condition is excellent. Please make sure to review all photos. T3-0305

The autograph is in ink and executed on a piece of brown paper which is approximately 6" X 3". Hermann Fegelein was the brother-in-law of Eva Braun and married to her sister, Gretl. Hitler had Fegelein shot on 28 April, 1945 for being AWOL and drunk. The overall condition is very good+. Please make sure to review all photos. T1-0088

The front plate is for use on a reserve Prussian officer's pickelhaube. It is uncleaned, with original patina, and retains its reservist's cross and both mounting posts. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-2

The front plate is for use on a Saxon reserve officer's pickelhaube. It is uncleaned, with original patina, and retains both of its original mounting posts. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-12

The front plate is for use on a Saxon officer's pickelhaube. It is uncleaned with original patina, and retains both of its mounting posts. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-11

The front plate is for use on a Saxon tchapka and is approximately 3.5" X 3.5". It is made of two-piece construction and retains its mounting prongs. It is uncleaned and is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-14

The badge is approximately 3.5" X 3.5" and is for use on an enlisted field artillery cartridge box. It is uncleaned and retains approximately 50% of its original gilded finish and patina. Both mounting prongs are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L34-17

The front plate is approximately 5.5" X 4.5" with a silver finish. It is uncleaned, with a dark patina, and free from cracks or damage. The mounting posts, however, are not present. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L4-4

The jacket is an approximate size 44 and is made of olive-green HBT material. It is complete with three of its original USMC donut buttons, while the bottom button looks to be a period replacement. The cuffs also retain their original donut buttons. The left breast pocket features the original USMC EG&A stencil. The jacket shows moderate wear overall from period use and is free from holes, tears, or damage. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L30-4

The jacket is an approximate size 44 and is made of reversible HBT camouflage material. It retains all of its original USMC donut buttons, as well as the snaps for the breast pockets. The left breast features a pair of clutch-back jumpwings and a scuba diver's badge. We have no idea if these badges are original to the jacket's owner, but they were affixed to it when we received the jacket. It shows moderate wear overall from period use and is free from holes, tears, or damage. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L30-5

The helmet is a late-war M-1 swivel-bale example with a front split seam edge. The shell features a semi-rough, olive-green painted finish and retains its original reversible USMC camouflage cover with stenciled EG&A. It is also complete with its canvas chinstrap. The helmet liner is a Westinghouse example which retains its canvas webbing, however the leather sweatband is not present. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-8

The jacket is as used by an Imperial Japanese Army superior private of the military police. It is an approximate size 36 and made of heavy olive-green wool. The right sleeve retains a multi-piece construction "Military Police" armband, while the collar features rank tabs and collar insignia of a police officer. The left breast features a "Japan China Incident" medal. The jacket is complete with its natural cotton lining, which is well-marked. All buttons are present. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L30-3

The knife features an approximate 7" blade with a stacked leather grip. The crossguard is marked "KA-BAR USN MK2". The blade retains approximately 35% of its original dark finish and has a very lightly sharpened edge. Both the blade and the handle show honest, moderate to heavy wear from period use. There are several names and initials carved into the blade and the pommel. The knife is housed in its original leather sheath which shows matching condition to the knife and also features several names carved into it. Both the knife and the sheath are in good+ combat-used condition. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-5

The bayonet features the Matsushita Kinzoku marking. The blade is approximately 15.5" in length and shows some light moderate gray spots overall with a very lightly sharpened edge. The wooden grip is intact and damage-free. The bayonet is housed in its original dent-free steel scabbard. The scabbard shows light finish wear from where it had been in a frog for many years. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-6

The image is a 1/6th plate of a standing Federal infantryman holding a musket with bayonet. It is housed in its brass preserver with glass and is in a black thermoplastic frame. The image is somewhat dark and shows wear, but is still a good representation. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-4

This is a matching pair of U.S. Army Ordnance Dept. wall hangings in the form of Ordnance Dept. flaming bombs. Each is approximately 11" and made of finely crafted copper. Each of the hangings features a plate, one named to Lt. Col. Joe M. Leseney Ordnance Division Dachau, Germany, Jul. '54 - Jan. '55, and one named to his wife Mrs. Irene C. Leseney. The pair is uncleaned with a beautiful dark original patina. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-8

The cap is made to resemble an M-1872 U.S. Army shako. It is made of a pasteboard body, with dark blue wool covering and a black leather visor and top. It is complete with all components including chinstrap, front plate, and pom-pom. It retains its original sweatband and maker's label and shows moderate wear from use and age. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-2

The pipe is approximately 24" tall with a 5" porcelain bowl. It is named to a soldier of the 121st Infantry Regt. and dated for service "1898-1900". It is complete with the bowl cap, tassel, and mouthpiece. The bowl is firmly in place in the stem, and we have not tried to change the direction that it turns so as not to damage it. It shows moderate wear from age. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L52-9

The bayonet shows light wear to the blade, which has a very finely sharpened edge. The blade features the marking of the Tokyo Hohel Kosho arsenal. The bayonet features its original wooden grip and is housed in its original steel scabbard. The bayonet and scabbard show moderate wear from period use, and are uncleaned with original patina. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-9

The helmet shell is marked "Q62" and features a smooth blue-gray finish of which approximately 90% remains, with some minor scuffs and abrasions. The front of the helmet retains its original Luftschutz decal of which 95% remains. It retains its original size 56 leather liner, as well as drawstring and chinstrap. All liner fingers are complete, however the drawstring has torn loose from several of them. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-4

The helmet is a multi-piece example which is a size 56. It retains approximately 95% of its original dark-blue painted finish, with some minor scuffs and abrasions. The Luftschutz decal is approximately 90%. It is complete with its original oilcloth liner, however the chinstrap is not present. It looks to be an earlier helmet that was reconditioned later in the war. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-3

The flag is that which is typical of the Japanese navy Ensign and is made of two-sided printed silk. It measures approximately 34" X 29" and is complete with its original ties along the hoist edge. It shows moderate soiling overall, with some scattered separations to the silk and light fading. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-1

The set consists of an Ike jacket and overseas cap. The jacket is a size 42S, with a Q.M. depot tag which is dated "June 9, 1944". The jacket is complete with all of its original insignia and clutch-back jumpwings. Also included is the overseas cap with a glider insignia patch. The jacket and cap show light to moderate wear from period use, and there are a few small scattered moth nips. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L43-2

The belt is an open-frame example which is approximately 43" in length. It is made of high-quality, light-brown leather and features a pebbled finish, gilded open-frame buckle with a dual-claw closure. It shows light wear from period use, with some minor verdigris on the buckle and claws. The overall condition is excellent-. Please be sure to review all photos. K62B-8

The belt is made of olive-green canvas and is approximately 42" in length. It is size-marked "110". It is complete with its original olive-green painted, steel Luftwaffe buckle. The buckle retains its original brown leather adjustment tab, which is maker-marked and dated "1942". Both the belt and buckle show moderate wear from period use. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. K62B-9

The bread bag is a standard Luftwaffe issue example, which retains all of its original fasteners, rings, and clips. It is made of blue-gray canvas and is very well-marked on the back of the attachment tab. It is also complete with its original sling and friction clips. The overall condition is excellent-. Please be sure to review all photos. K62B-10

The cap is a true crusher example, as it retains a flexible, solid leather visor and shows absolutely no evidence of ever having chin cord buttons on either side. It is made of blue-gray gabardine wool with a black mohair centerband, and is piped in silver-aluminum wire. It is complete with its original hand-embroidered Luftwaffe cap insignia. It retains its original brown leather sweatband, and is complete with a celluloid rhomboid (the rhomboid is somewhat loose, but still present). It is fully lined with golden silk material which shows some soiling and moderate wear from use. A very nice example which is somewhat "salty", showing much character from period use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. K62B-3

The jacket is made of herringbone twill and is an approximate size 42. It retains its original left breast pocket with the USMC and EG&A stencil, however both hip pockets have been period-removed. It retains all of its original USMC doughnut buttons, with the exception of the second vertical front button which is not present. It shows moderate wear and soiling from period use, with some very light fading overall. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-1

The trousers have an approximate 36" waist and 33" inseam. They are made of reversible HBT twill camouflage material. The trousers feature a rear seat pocket and are complete with all of their original snaps, buttons, and leg ties. They are free from holes, tears, or damage, showing very light wear from period use. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-2

Imperial Russian Pre-WWI 1905 Dated Entrenching Shovel with Scarce Cover. This is a very interesting pre-WWI dated Imperial Russian entrenching tool with several markings on the spade itself. It comes with a very attractive period canvas cover with a small leather brim at the bottom around the shaft hole. The spade has a 1905 date with acrylic letters before it and on the opposite end of the spade. The cover has no markings but is correct for the period and a very attractive piece. This is a scarce Imperial Russian set that doesn’t show up often with the original cover. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-3

U.S. WWII UNIS 4th Marine Division Marked USMC Canteen, Cover, & Cup – Field Repairs. This is an extremely scarce WWII UNIS marked canteen for the 4th Marine Division, as indicated by the crescent moon stencil around the number, 332. The 300 series indicates the 23rd Marine Infantry Regiment. The canteen itself is an A.G.M. Co example, dated 1945, and the cap chain has broken off. The cup is marked B.E. Co., dated 1945. The canteen cover is stenciled with a Marine Corps UNIS marking for the 4th Marine Division, and has a great number of field repairs all done with the same color string. There are two different names on the back with one having been completely blacked out, meaning this was certainly reissued, making it a truly phenomenal combat-torn piece. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-4

U.S. WWII UNIS 4th Marine Division Marked USMC 2nd Pattern Canteen, Cover, & Cup – 513. This is an extremely scarce WWII UNIS marked canteen for the 4th Marine Division, as indicated by the number, 513. The 500 series indicates the 25th Marine Infantry Regiment. The canteen itself is an unmarked example but of the WWII USMC style with the raised cup catch. The cup is marked Foley Mfg. Co., dated 1945. The canteen cover is stenciled with a Marine Corps UNIS marking for the 4th Marine Division, and has 118 written on the back. The cover has the funnel hole on the bottom. There are a few later repairs on the cover. The cap and chain still work well. A scarce WWII USMC canteen. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-5

The knife is approximately 10" long including blade and handle. The handle is typical of GI souvenir knives and is made of cast aluminum. The knife is housed in a light-brown leather sheath which apparently the GI has stamped with a German army "Wa" marking. The back of the knife features a service number and "Valence France Sept. 10, 1944". The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. S68-2

U.S. WWI 1918 Dated M-1916 Holster for M-1911 Pistol by Graton & Knight. This is an excellent example of an original WWI Model 1916 holster for the Model 1911 .45 Automatic Service Pistol. This holster is maker marked G. & K. for Graton & Knight Manufacturing Co., Worcester, Mass. This holster was made in 1918 and inspected by “A.G”. The holster is in great shape with heavy service wear, the belt hook still retained and the US embossing on the front still visible. It still retains part of the leather lanyard at the end. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-8

U.S. Camouflage Stick – White & Loam. This is a great stick of white and loam camouflage paint. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-9

USN Warrant Officer’s Wardroom Dining Mess Plate China by Tepco. This is a great WWII-era U.S. Navy Warrant Officer’s dining plate. It has a navy blue border with an anchor insignia above U.S.N. It is stamped on the back for TEPCO CHINA, U.S.A., the manufacturer. This company made plates for the navy for several decades. This is a great example for any Navy display. Please be sure to review all photos. C89-10

U.S. Camouflage Stick – White & Loam. This is a great stick of white and loam camouflage paint . Please be sure to review all photos. C89-11

German WWI Army Surgeon’s Medical Crate with Six Surgical Field Kits with Tools – Tin Insert & Contents Sheet. This is an extremely scarce crate of WWI German surgical field kits. Five of them are stamped on the front, Hauptbesteck Nr. 921 Einsatz, 1 through 5. These stamps identify the group as a matching set. There are two smaller packs for individual instruments. The sheet on the interior lid identifies the contents of each kit, the kits themselves each having a different number of the tools in them. The kits all have silhouetted shapes of the tools originally included, giving you a great idea of what is needed to complete the kit. The sets are in fantastic shape. The crate itself has a large tin insert tray with Hauptbesteck painted on the side of the crate in white. This is an extremely scarce set, perfect for any WWI medical collection. Please be sure to review all photos. C89 Postage for this item will be higher than normal due to the size and weight.

The standard is a rare 1943 pattern of the 5th Guards Airborne Regt. It is approximately 54" X 45" and is made of two-sided, multi-piece and embroidered constructed silk. One side features the Soviet star and regimental designation, while the other side features an intricately embroidered and applied likeness of Vladimir Lenin. The standard is trimmed on three sides with golden-yellow worsted wool fringe. The hoist edge retains its original mounting channel, which shows some very slight snags at each end. A very fine example of a WWII Soviet regimental standard. It shows very light to moderate wear from age and period use. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. F9-1

The visor cap is a M-1943 example and is made of fine, dark-blue wool, with a red wool centerband and piping. It retains its original golden bullion wire cap cords, as well as the original enamel Soviet star cockade. The cap is fully lined with gray silk material and retains its original beige leather sweatband. The cap shows light to moderate wear and soiling from period use and is free from holes or tears. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. O12-4

The visor cap is a M-1943 example and is made of fine, gray, tricot wool, with a red wool centerband and piping. It retains its original golden bullion wire cap cords, as well as the original enamel Soviet star cockade. The cap is fully lined with golden-yellow silk material and retains its original beige leather sweatband. The cap shows light to moderate wear and soiling from period use and is free from holes or tears. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. O12-3

MG34 Gas Piston- This item shows some wear and finish loss along with an age related patina. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-1

MG34 Gas Piston- This item is in nice shape and shows minimal wear while retaining most of it’s finish. The piston has several stampings on it including “DOT-41” as well as several waffenampts. There is a small area of corrosion as well. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-2

Heer Swamp/Marsh Pattern Camouflage Smock- This smock shows some minor fading throughout as well as a small tear in the right sleeve. The eyelets show minor corrosion/oxidation around their edges and the smock looks to retain all of it’s draw strings. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-3

Heer Officer’s Open Face Double Claw Buckle and Belt- This blacj leather belt shows a fair amount of wear on both sides. The inside of the belt has several wrintings in ink. The buckle shows some wear and finish loss, but retains a nice pebbled finish. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-4

Heer Officer’s Open Face Doube Claw Buckle and Belt- While this belt and buckle look to be unissued, there does appear to be some drying to the leather as well as some scrapes. The belt is maker stamped on the interior of the tip but it is difficult to make out. It is also sized stamped on the interior tip “100” (cm). The buckle shows minimal, if any wear and retains a nice silver washed finish along with pebbling. Overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-5

Heer Officer’s Open Face Doube Claw Buckle and Belt- While this belt and buckle look to be unissued, there does appear to be some crazing to the leather. The buckle shows minimal, if any wear and retains a nice silver washed finish along with pebbling. Overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to view all photos. M80-6

Fallschirmjäger Badge- The badge is marked "Osang, Dresden" with a narrow gap between the ribbons at the lower center ar 6 o'clock. The front of this badge shows a moderate amount of finish loss and patina. The reverse shows that it retains it’s attachment pin and catch, the reverse is also maker marked as well. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. S3-2

Blockade Runners Badge- The front of this badge shows a nice aged patina with some wear spots. The reverse of the badge is maker marked and the badge still retains it’s attachment pin and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. S3-36

SS Eight Year Service Medal- This medal shows a nice patina and very minor, if any wear. The attachment ribbon retains a nice color with no fading although it is soiled throughout. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. S3-10

Infantry Assault Badge in Bronze- This badge sows heavy finish loss on the front along with some soiling and corrosion in the detail. The reverse is maker marked “W.H.” and it retains i’s attachment pin and catch. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. S3-44

High Seas Fleet Badge- This badge shows some minor wear and finish loss to the front. The reverse shows the badge is maker marked “R.S.&S.”, the reverse also shows that the badge retains it’s catch but it’s attachment pin has become detached. The attachment pin is included with the badge. Overall condition is good-. Please be sure to view all photos. S3-18

The uniform consists of an officer's tunic, breeches, sash, and cartridge box. The tunic is made of blue gabardine wool, with a silver brocade-trimmed collar and cuffs. It is complete with all of its original buttons and silk lining. It shows some very old costume markings on the inside lining. The bright red breeches also retain their buttons and adjustment strap, with the outer edges of the legs retaining their bullion cord piping. Also included is the golden-yellow silk sash with adjustment buckle, and the officer's cartridge box with brocade baldric. A very nice set which shows light to moderate wear from period use and is free from holes, tears, or damage, with some light to moderate soiling. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C86-1

The collection is an impressive group of U.S. military cigarette lighters. The lighters are a mix of Zippos, Penguin, Conwal, Prince, Barlow, and others. The collection features lighters from various U.S. navy ships, military organizations, and military command personnel. It appears that most of the lighters range from the 1950s through the 1970s. A very nice grouping with conditions ranging from very good to excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-16

Luftwaffe Combat Rucksack- This rucksack has some minor pulls to the canvas and shows that it was used but certainly not abused and there is some mild soiling on it. All of the alloy grommets and buckles appear to be present as well as all of the leather reinforcements and straps. The alloy fixtures show an age related patina with some showing some mild oxidation as well and the leather portions show some age related use. The rucksack retains its canvas carrying straps as well. Overall condition is very good-. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-2

Heer Tropical Combat Rucksack- This rucksack shows one small obvious hole that has what looks to be a period repair to it located about four inches down from the center strap on the front. Aside fro that there appear to be no other holes or tears. The rucksack is inkstamped with a maker mark and date of “1942” on the top of the interior. All of the alloy grommets and buckles appear to be present and show an age related patina with some having some very mild oxidation. The reverse of the rucksack shows it retains its leather carrying straps which appear to be pliable and two names written in ink on the canvas reinforcement on the top that appear to say “KLimm Gündel”. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-1

Heer M-44 Rucksack- This late war rucksack shows a very minor hole on the front, that being said the remaining canvas appears to be free of other holes or tears. The alloy buckles show a minor age related patina and the leather straps a reinforcements appear to be pliable. The leather reinforcement at the top of the rucksack on the reverse shows a feint maker stamp that is difficult to make out in the photos. Over all condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F39-3

Lot of 3 U.S. M1VA1 Gasmask Carriers- These carriers appear to be new old stock and show no tears or holes to the canvas material. The carriers look to retain all of there straps and alloy buttons, snaps and buckles. Two of the carriers are light khaki while the third is a darker khaki. Overall condition is mint-. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-1

U.S. M43 Folding Entrenching Tool- The shovel head of this entrenching tool shows some chips to its paint and some mild oxidation within the chips. The shovel head also appears to have been repainted at some point. The locking nut appears to be free of damage and looks to be in working order.The handle of the tool shows some minor age related wear and paint loss which is to be expected, but is free from any major damage. The tool comes with a heavy canvas carrying case that is ink stamped “U.S.” and appears to have all its fittings which do show some minor corrosion and it includes its carrying wire. The interior of the case is ink stamped with the maker mark and date “Airtress Midland 1944”. Overall condition is good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-11

U.S. M-1910 Pick and Mattock Set- This tool shows a decent amount of wear as most tool should. The pick and mattock head shows paint loss including wear and chips as well as some oxidation. The head has been repainted which is usually common for any tool that has served the U.S. military. The handle shows some paint loss as well as some wear near the top. The heavy canvas carrying case is green and ink stamped “U.S.” and appears to retain all of its metal accouterments. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-2

Heer Mountain Troop/Medical Canteen- The canteen cover shows some minor wear with some possible moth nips, but is in overall very nice condition. The webbed strap and leather reinforcements look to be in good condition with some minor wear and soiling. The bakelite canteen cup looks to be free of any chips and cracks as is the cap of the canteen. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-7

Heer Canteen and Cup- The canteen cover shows some minor wear and some minor soiling, but appears to be complete with its leather strap which looks pliable and its alloy fixtures. The canteen cup shows some chips and wear to the paint alonf with some minor oxidation. The cup appears to be repainted at some point in its life. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-5

Heer Canteen and Cup- The canteen cover shows the wear that you would expect to see on an item this age and shows some mild oxidation to its buttons. The leather/web strap shows heavier wear with drying and cracking to the leather. The alloy fittings show some oxidation. The black painted cup shows some wear to the paint as well as some chipping throughout. The canteen cap shows no obvious chips or cracks. The canteen is maker stamped and dated “MN40”. Over all condition is good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-6

M-31 Heer Mess Kit- This mess kit retains about 50% of its paint with the paint loss where you would expect to see it if a soldier were heating up their meal in the mess kit. The leather equipment strap shows some wear, dryness and cracking. The alloy buckle of the strap appears to be in good shape. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-8

M-31 Heer Mess Kit- This mess kit retains about 50% of its paint with the paint loss where you would expect to see it. The leather equipment strap shows some minor wear and dryness. The alloy buckle on the strap shows a moderate amount of oxidation. There is a name scratched into the lid of the mess kit that is difficult to make out, the last name, however, appears to be “Jahnke”. Overall condition is good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-10

M-31 Heer Mess Kit- This mess kit retains about 75% of its paint. The leather equipment strap appears to be pliable and free from cracks. The alloy buckle of the strap looks to be free from oxidation. The carrying hande of the mess kit and the handle of the lid show some mild oxidation. Overall condition is very good-. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-9

U.S. Wirecutter with Case- The cutter looks to be in very nice shape with the protective foam rubber still retained on the handle. The steel head of the cutter shows an age related patina and look to be marked “Mil-Te” there is an additional marking in a square that appears to be “290”. The carrying case is light khaki and shows no tears or holes. It is ink stamped “U.S.” on the front and looks to have all of its alloy fittings as well as its wire carrying hanger. The rear is ink stamped with a maker mark and date “Scoot Mfg Co 1942”. Over all condition is very good+. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-3

U.S. Wirecutter with Case- The cutter has a used but not abused appearance. The steel head of the cutter is painted black and looks to have some type of control number stamped into the head, but it is difficult to see in the pictures. The paint shows some wear and the bare spots exhibit a mild patina. The handle retains a hard plastic protective coating that shows some cracks. The light khaki case is ink staped “U.S.” on the front and is ink stamped with a maker mark and the date “1942” on the reverse. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. F40-4

The kanji translates to "Japanese military flying target movement pulley baggage". It is made of heavy reddish-brown canvas and is complete with its original closure rope. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B48-8

The canteen is made of aluminum, with an olive painted finish. It is complete with its original stopper and canvas carrying harness. It shows moderate wear from period use. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-2

The canteen is made of aluminum and is housed in a ribbed cotton covering. It is complete with its cap and sling, and retains all four of its original buttons which show heavy oxidation. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-7

Lot of 4 Imperial Japanese Navy Officer's Ward Room Plates. These fine china plates are approximately 7.75" across. The edges are rimmed in dark beige and the plates feature an Imperial Japanese navy anchor and chrysanthemum at 12:00. They feature the maker's mark on the bottom and are in overall excellent condition, with no cracks or chips. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-22

The pennant is approximately 54" X 22" and is made of multi-piece, two-sided cotton bunting and wool construction. The notes that come with the pennant state that it is a signal pennant from a Japanese submarine. The pennant is marked along the hoist edge and retains its original mounting components. It shows moderate wear with soiling, however it is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-9

The soldiers are made of painted composition and are approximately 3" tall. They are a mixed group, performing various military activities, and show moderate wear. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-6

The ribbons are unused and have been tested with an ultraviolet light. They are completely original and are in very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-12

The matching pair feature a heer eagle and national tri-color. They each retain all three of their original mounting prongs and are uncleaned, with original patina. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-20

The lot consists of seven tinnies and pins. The overall condition is very good to very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-32

The badge is a late-war example and is made of zinc. It retains approximately 85% of its original gold and silver finish. It is complete with its original pin, hinge, and catch, however they have been applied upside-down. An unusual variation which is in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-34

The lot consists of various Japanese army and navy insignia, as well as medals, a belt buckle, and miscellaneous items. The overall condition ranges from very good to excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-15

The flag is approximately 38" X 25" and is made of coarse, printed cotton material. It is two-sided and retains its original mounting cords along the hoist edge. It is free from holes, tears, or fading and is in overall excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-10

The sash is made of red cotton and is two sided, measuring approximately 23" X 3" on each side. It has a multi-piece Japanese flag machine-stitched on the top edge and a hand-painted slogan on each side. An interesting piece which is in overall excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-14

The flag is approximately 8" X 13" and is made of printed two-sided silk. It shows some small scattered nips and soiling. It is attached to its original retractable pole. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. B76-13

The sign is made of wood which looks as if it was salvaged from a shipping crate. It is approximately 3.5" X 23", with jagged chipped edges. It features the hand-painted, well-worn wording "IDIOT TRENCH". There is one bent-over nail passing through the center and several other small mounting holes. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. L88-3

The sign is made of a thin piece of wood. It is approximately 11.5" X 9.5". It has a white painted finish with a red death's head and the wording in German, "Attention Mines". There is some damage around the top edge and what looks like a bullet hole on the right center side. The overall condition is good. Please be sure to review all photos. L88-5

The plaque is made of porcelain-covered iron and is approximately 6" X 2.5". It features a crossed NSDAP flag and German tri-color flag with the wording in German "The German Greeting: Heil Hitler!" The bottom edge features the maker's name. There are some minor chips and scuffs, however the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. L88-10

The helmet is made of dark-blue wool felt. It is complete with its original front plate, red horsehair plume, and side buttons. The plume holder is split on the side seams from over-tightening. It is complete with its original sweatband and is size-marked "6 7/8". It looks to be one of the "Bannerman" surplus parts examples. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-1

The name plate is approximately 12" X 3" and is two-sided. It is made of a triangular-shaped piece of wood with a metal plaque on each side with the general's name "Maj. Gen. Chang Teh-Pu C.G. 33rd Inf. Div." The name plate shows some light wear, otherwise the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-3

The lot consists of a miniature, approximately 3" X 2.5" British fireman's helmet and German pickelhaube which is about the same size. Both miniature helmets show light wear from age. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-8

The lot consists of two medals: 1) a 1914-1918 Service medal, and 2) a 1918 Victory medal. Both medals are edge-marked "PTE. H. CUMMINGS, 49-Can. Inf." Both are in their original envelopes and are complete with their original ribbons. They are both housed in an original presentation box. The medals and ribbons are both in excellent condition, while the box shows very heavy wear, with split seams and soiling. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-9

Both pieces of jewelry are housed in their original box. Both are marked "10K GF". One reads "Navy" with aviator's wings, while the other reads "USMC" with an EG&A. They are each complete with their original pin and are in excellent condition. The box shows some wear, with a seam split and is in overall good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-10

The medal is housed in its original presentation case and is a George VI example. It is marked along the rim "Herbert Hughes". It is complete with its original ribbon and pin. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-6

The EK is a three-piece example which retains approximately 99% of its original finish. It is uncleaned, with original patina, and complete with its ribbon, pin, and catch. The overall condition is excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-12

Both medals are complete with all components including silk American flag ribbon, pin, and catch. Both are uncleaned and retain their original finish. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-15

The lot consists of various Japanese Orders and medals, as well as both lacquered and leather-covered presentation cases. The conditions range from very good+ to excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-4

The helmet body is made of dark-blue wool-covered cork, and is in the New York militia style of multi-piece panels. It is complete with all of its original components and front plate and retains its original sweatband, which is slightly loose. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. P79-2

The bayonet is a standard example which was originally a "saw back" type, however the teeth have been removed. The blade shows uniform dark spots overall, but is free from pits or edge nicks. It is well-marked with the maker's name. The blade also is marked "Germany" in very small letters; this leads us to believe that the blade was exported post-WWI. The blade is also marked "W16". The bayonet retains its original two-piece wooden grip and is housed in its original steel scabbard. The scabbard shows several small dings, but is otherwise free from damage. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-1

The bayonet features a blade which shows some small scattered dark spots but is free from edge nicks or sharpening. It is complete with its original saw-tooth edge along the back strap. It is well-marked with the maker's name and features a crowned "W16". It retains its original two-piece wooden grip and is housed in its original steel scabbard. The scabbard shows some minor nicks and dings, but otherwise is damage-free. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-2

The spike is for use on a Hessen pickelhaube and is approximately 3" tall and is a six-sided example. It is complete with its original threaded stud and is uncleaned, with original patina. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-10

The kokarde is made of tin and painted black, white, and red. It is for use on a heavy cavalry helmet and retains approximately 95% of its original paint. A completely original example in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-22

The kokarde is approximately 2" across and painted black and white. It retains approximately 90% of its original painted finish and shows some overall oxidation. It is completely original and is in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-24

The front plate is a wartime example which is made with a painted field-gray finish for use on a tshako. There is one crack on the sceptre just above the eagle's right foot. The plate is complete with its original mounting prongs and retains approximately 95% of its painted finish. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-14

The front plate is a wartime enlisted example and painted with a field-gray finish. It retains approximately 95% or better of the original finish, and is complete with both mounting prongs. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-13

The shoulder boards are an unissued pair for a company grade officer of an artillery regiment. They are unissued and in excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-21

The shoulder boards are an unissued pair for use by an infantry captain of the Bavarian army. They are unused and in excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-20

The boards are an unissued pair for use by a company grade officer of the Bavarian cavalry. They are unused and in excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-19

The buckle is an unissued, one-piece example which retains 99% of its original painted finish and is still wrapped in its original tissue paper. The overall condition is unissued excellent. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-25

The spurs are made of nickel-silver and are complete with their leather attachment harness and buckle. Some of the tips on one of the rowels are broken off, otherwise the overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-8

The stars are unused and are made of silver bullion hand embroidery. They are for use on the collar of a K.u.K. officer's uniform and are in unissued excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-29

The lot consists of three Third Reich-era German helmet tri-color decals. The decals are unused and in overall excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-27

The shako is approximately 5.5" tall and features a beaver-fur covered body with leather visor and trim. It retains lion-head rosettes on each side, as well as its original leather liner. It is pretty much stripped of other components, and has a very Germanic look to it. A good item for a restoration project. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-3

The helmet shell is made of brass and it is complete with its silver-finished comb, front plate, and chinscales. The chinscales are complete with their leather chinstrap and buckle. The helmet shell is size-marked "57", with a maker's name as well. The comb along the top of the ridge is not present, nor is the pom-pom or lining. There are some scattered dings and shallow dents to the helmet body. The helmet is easily restorable and in overall good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-4

The box is an unused dozen of camouflage gauze bandages. It is contract-marked "June 24, 1943" and is in unused, excellent condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-9

The lot consists of two medals, which include a numbered (410508) Purple Heart and an Army Good Conduct medal which is engraved on the back "Edward A. Kelly". Both medals are complete with their original ribbons and pins. The overall condition is very good+. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-28

The patch is machine-embroidered and is approximately 5" X 4". It is uniform-removed and shows moderate to heavy soiling from use and wear. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-18

The patches are for various U.S. navy units. They show light to moderate wear from use and are in overall very good condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-16

The patch is approximately 3" across and is a machine-embroidered example. It is for "Underwater Demolition Team 12". The patch looks to be unused, however it has moderate soiling from age. The overall condition is very good. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-17

One patch is a machine-embroidered example and is approximately 4.5" across; it is from the USS Butternut. The other is also a machine-embroidered example and is approximately 4" across; it is from the USS James E. Kyes. Both patches are in overall very good+ condition. Please be sure to review all photos. C81-15

Water Sports Vessel Flag- This printed flag contains holes throughout, but most are contained to the upper right corner. The flag shows some staining as well. The white reinforcement canvas on the suspension side shows age related yellowing. The flag also retains it’s retention rope. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-23

Third Reich Toy Flags- These flags look to be the style that come with Elastolin toy soldiers. The flags are metal and are painted in great detail. All of the flags do show some wear and some minor finish loss. The flags are complete with their flagpoles as well. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-21

Luftwaffe Flatware Items- This set consists of two teaspoons and a fork. The alloy flatware show signs of obvious wear and scratching and the fork shows signs of corrosion on the reverse. The front bases of the flatware are all stamped with a Luftwaffe eagle. The reverses are all maker stamped and dated. Overall condition is fair. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-13

Heer Belt Buckle- This buckle retains a good amount of it’s original paint, but does show some wear and some soiling in the low parts of the detail The reverse of the buckle shows it retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. The buckle also has a leather tab that is stamped but the stamp is difficult to make out. The leather tab looks to be pliable. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-4

Luftwaffe Aluminum Belt Buckle- This buckle features a droop tail eagle and retains very nice detail and pebbling with some minor wear. The buckle shows a nice aged patina in the low points of the detail. The reverse shows the buckle retains it’s prong bar, prongs and catch. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-5

HJ Leader Brocade Belt Buckle- This buckle retains nice detail with an aged patina as well as a couple minor spots of corrosion. The reverse of the buckle shows a nice RZM mark on the hook and the buckle retains it’soriginal RZM tag. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-22

RAD Photo Album- This photo album is on the conservative side size wise. The album contains several photos and the front and back covers look nice and appear to have minimum wear. Overall condition is very good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-1

Inert M24 Stick Grenade- The grande head shows some nice original paint and markings, along with oxidation overall. The head is maker stamped and dated and shows a nice waffenampt as well. The stick portion shows the appropriate age related wear. The stick base is missing the end cap and pull string. Overall condition is good. Please be sure to view all photos. T5-3

HJ (Hitler Youth) Knife 1933 w/Motto by Arthur Schuttelhofer & Co (Asso) This knife is a nice example. The blade shows oxidation throughout. The motto is mostly clear but has lost its finish. The blade features the maker mark for “Arthur Schuttelhofer & Co (Asso)”. The fingerguard and pommel show light spots of oxidation throughout. The grip has no cracks or chips. The HJ diamond has a small chip at the top tip. The scabbard shows some loss of paint and oxidation throughout. The overall condition is good+. Please be sure to review all photos. t5-15