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Hans Rösing – Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 10/24)
Original price was: €20,00.€15,00Current price is: €15,00.Photo Postcard of Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 10/24) of Knight’s Cross Holder Hans Rösing, who earned the Ritterkreuz on August 29, 1940 as Korvettenkapitän and Kommandant of U-48, which was awarded for sinking 12 ships (with 60701 GRT) and damaging 1 more (with 5888 GRT) in just 2 patrols as the commander of U 48. Hans Rösing passed away on December 16, 2004. Good condition. Postcardsize.
Krupp-Germaniawerft Aktiengesellschaft Kiel-Gaarden issued 24 postcards of Kriegsmarine Knight’s Cross Holders. On the front, a facismile signature of the KC-Holder was added. A special booklet was also issued to glue in the postcards.
Rolf Mützelburg – Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 4/24)
Original price was: €20,00.€15,00Current price is: €15,00.Photo Postcard of Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 4/24) of Knight’s Cross Holder Rolf Mützelburg, who earned the Ritterkreuz on November 17, 1941 as Kapitänleutnant and Kommandant of U-203 and the Eichenlaub on July 15, 1942 as Kapitänleutnant and Kommandant of U-203. He also earned the U-boot Kriegsabzeichen mit Brillianten. Rolf Mützelburg died as a result of an accident at sea on September 11, 1942. On his eight patrols in the Atlantic, the US east coast, and the Caribbean Sea, he sank 19 ships for a total of 81,961 gross register tons (GRT), and damaged three more (17,052 GRT). Good condition. Postcardsize.
Krupp-Germaniawerft Aktiengesellschaft Kiel-Gaarden issued 24 postcards of Kriegsmarine Knight’s Cross Holders. On the front, a facismile signature of the KC-Holder was added. A special booklet was also issued to glue in the postcards.
Herbert Schultze – Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 11/24)
Original price was: €20,00.€15,00Current price is: €15,00.Bildarchiv Krupp-Germaniawerft Kiel (Nr. 11/24) of Knight’s Cross Holder Herbert Schultze, who earned the Ritterkreuz mit Eichenlaub on June 12, 1941 as Kommandeur of U-boot 48. He commanded U-48 for eight patrols during the early part of the war, sinking 169,709 gross register tons (GRT) of shipping. Good condition, minor wear. Small staining on the front and reverse. Postcardsize.
Krupp-Germaniawerft Aktiengesellschaft Kiel-Gaarden issued 24 postcards of Kriegsmarine Knight’s Cross Holders. On the front, a facismile signature of the KC-Holder was added. A special booklet was also issued to glue in the postcards.
Death Card: KIA June 25, 1941 at Slomin (Pz.Aufkl.Abt.27, 17.Pz.Div.)
€12,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of Obergefreiter Johann “Hans” Bojer, who served with the schwere Kompanie/ Panzer-Aufklärungs-Abteilung 27 of the 17. Panzer-Division when he was Killed in Action on June 25, 1941 at Slomin by Infanteriegeschoss Kopf und Bauch (“Head & Bellyshot by bullet”). Born in Erpetshof. Earned the EK2 & PKA.
Information:
- The death card may have a different color than the scan shows. The scan seem to make the death cards more white than they are.
- The “Sterbekartei” (Card from Ancestry that shows the unit, fate..) provided here is only a digital copy! Not part of the original sale.
NVA EM Shoulder Boards Green – Grenztruppen (Price Per Pair)
€10,00NVA EM Shoulder Boards Green – Grenztruppen (Border Troops)
Price Per Pair.
NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
€10,00NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Blue – Luftstreitkräfte (Price Per Pair)
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NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Black – Pionier (Price Per Pair)
€10,00Original NVA Officer Shoulder Boards Black (PIONIER).
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DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (10 Years)
€10,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 10 Years is an official long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police and internal security units, in recognition of 10 years of loyal and dedicated service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 10 Years (X)
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Material: Silver-colored metal
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Obverse typically features the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service
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Classic DDR award design
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI service ribbon in green tones
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI included the Volkspolizei and other internal security forces responsible for maintaining order within East Germany during the Cold War.
The 10-year medal represents a significant service milestone, awarded to personnel who demonstrated long-term loyalty, discipline, and commitment within these state institutions.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid mid-tier DDR long-service award, ideal for collectors of East German police and internal security memorabilia.
DDR Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (5 Years)
€10,00The Medal for Faithful Service in the Armed Organs of the Ministry of the Interior (MdI) – 5 Years is an official long-service decoration of the German Democratic Republic (DDR).
It was awarded to members of the armed organs of the Ministry of the Interior, including police and internal security forces, in recognition of 5 years of loyal and disciplined service.
Description
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Country: German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
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Institution: Ministry of the Interior (Ministerium des Innern – MdI)
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Class: 5 Years (V)
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Material: Silver-colored metal
Design:
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Obverse typically displays the national emblem of the DDR
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Reverse bears inscription denoting faithful service
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Classic DDR award design
Ribbon:
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Standard MdI service ribbon in green tones
Historical Context
The armed organs of the MdI formed a key part of East Germany’s internal security structure, including the Volkspolizei and other paramilitary units.
The 5-year medal represents an important service milestone, awarded to personnel who demonstrated reliability, loyalty, and commitment during a decade of service in the Cold War era.
Condition: As seen in the images.
A solid and historically relevant DDR decoration, ideal for collectors of East German police and internal security awards.
German Arbeitsbuch (1920’s) – Deutsche Werkzeugmaschinen-Gesellschaft
€10,00Original German Arbeitsbuch (1920’s) – Deutsche Werkzeugmaschinen-Gesellschaft. Condition as seen.
Booklet “Der Vertrag von Versailles”
€10,00Original booklet “Der Vertrag von Versailles“. Condition as seen.
Rare Studioportrait Civilian wearing NSKOV Pin (!)
€10,00Original and rare Studioportrait of a civilian wearing the NSKOV Pin (!). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Luftwaffe Pilot Studioportrait in Winter Flying Gear
€10,00Original Luftwaffe Pilot Studioportrait in Winter Flying Gear. Postcardsize.
Photograph of a Flemish National Event
€10,00Original Photograph taken during a Flemish National ceremony or event “Volksstaat Houzee”. Postcardsize.
Studioportrait Waffenrock Gebirgsjäger
€10,00Original Studioportait of a Gebirgsjäger wearing a Waffenrock with Edelweiss on his cap. Postcardsize.
Death Card: Gebirgsjäger-Regiment (Top Photo)
€10,00Original Death Card (“Sterbebild”) of a Gebirgsjäger, who served with a Gebirgsjäger-Regiment. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA & VWA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen and Verwundetenabzeichen). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen and ribbon for Winterschlacht im Osten 41/42). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Medic wearing ISA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a Doctor/Medic (see shoulderboards) wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a NCO wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen & EK2 ribbon). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht NCO wearing EK1 & VWA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a NCO wearing awards (Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse & Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht NCO wearing ISA & VWA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz and Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA & VWA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz and Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing VWA (Krummhubel-Bruckenberg)
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber/Gold). Shouderboards upside down? Taken in Krummhubel-Bruckenberg. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen) and Funker cloth badge. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht NCO wearing ISA
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a NCO wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen and Ribbonbar). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait Wehrmacht Soldier wearing ISA & VWA
€10,00Original Wehrmacht (Heer) studioportrait of a soldier wearing awards (Infanterie-Sturmabzeichen and Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz). Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait of Soldier from Gebirgsjäger-Regiment 100
€10,00Original Studioportrait of a Gebirgsjäger wearing numbered shoulderboards with cypher “100”. Postcardsize.
Erkennungsmarke – Nachrichten-Ersatz-Abteilung 4
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Partial Erkennungsmarke “7.Fspr.Betr.Ers.Kp.N.E.A.4” numbered “328″ of the 7. Fernsprech-Betriebs-Ersatz-Kompanie/ Nachrichten-Ersatz-Abteilung 4. Condition as seen.
Info: These half EKM’s came out of a collection and were not found by me or the collector. There’s no traceability from where they came or the fate of the owner or the reason why it was broken.
Erkennungsmarke – Kraftfahr-Ersatz-Abteilung 10
Original price was: €15,00.€10,00Current price is: €10,00.Original Partial Erkennungsmarke “Stamm-Komp.Krf.Ers.Abt.10” numbered “9132″ of the Stammkompanie/ Kraftfahr-Ersatz-Abteilung 10. Condition as seen.
Info: These half EKM’s came out of a collection and were not found by me or the collector. There’s no traceability from where they came or the fate of the owner or the reason why it was broken.
Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier wearing the Allgemeines-Sturmabzeichen (Lorrach)
€10,00Original Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier wearing the Allgemeines-Sturmabzeichen. Taken in Lorrach. Postcardsize.
Photograph of the Torpedoboot “Greif”
€10,00Photograph (from a series) numbered 36 – Torpedoboot “Greif” von der Raubvogel-Klasse. Size: 9,1×7,2cm.
Photograph of the Linienschiff Schleswig-Holstein
€10,00Photograph (from a series) numbered 27 – Linienschiff Schleswig-Holstein. Size: 9,1×7,2cm.
Death Card: Police Officer that died in 1951 (wartime photo on card)
€10,00Original death card (“Sterbebild”) of Kommisär d. Landespolizei Andreas Müller. Interestingly, he died in 1951 but still with wartime photo on the card.
Death Card: Meister der Schutzpolizei
€10,00Original death card (“Sterbebild”) of Meister der Schutzpolizei Josef Schmid.
(2 in stock)
Hans Schönfeld – SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 6 “Theodor Eicke”
€10,00Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Hans Schönfeld. SS-Sturmmann Hans Schönfeld (13.04.1924-) served with the 13. Kompanie/ SS-Totenkopf-Infanterie-Regiment 3, later SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Regiment 6 “Theodor Eicke” of the 3. SS-Panzer-Division” Totenkopf”. Schönfeld has an biography called “Demjansk und Breslau – Erinnerungen aus meiner Kriegszeit“.
NSKOV (Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung) Group Photograph
€9,50Original group photograph depicting members of the NSKOV(Nationalsozialistische Kriegsopferversorgung), the National Socialist War Victim’s Care, was a social welfare organization for seriously wounded veterans as well as frontline fighters of World War I. Interesting variation in awards, insignia and uniforms. Postcardsize.
Feuerwehr Parade Officer in 1934
€5,00Original photo of a Feuerwehr Officer during some sort of parade in 1934. Postcardsize. Condition as seen.
Studioportrait of a Zollgrenschutz Soldier
Original price was: €7,50.€5,00Current price is: €5,00.Original Studioportrait of a guard from the Zollgrenzschutz (the Customs Border Guard). Postcardsize.
Studioportrait of a Gebirgsjäger Soldier wearing the Verwundetenabzeichen
Original price was: €10,00.€5,00Current price is: €5,00.Original Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Gebirgsjäger Soldier wearing the Verwundetenabzeichen. Postcardsize.
Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier wearing the Allgemeines-Sturmabzeichen
Original price was: €9,50.€5,00Current price is: €5,00.Original Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier wearing the Allgemeines-Sturmabzeichen. Postcardsize. Photo has a knick.
Portrait of Civilian wearing the SA-Sportabzeichen
€5,00Portrait of a Civilian wearing the SA-Sportabzeichen (SA-Sports badge). Good condition. Postcardsize.
Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier
€2,00Original Studioportrait of a Wehrmacht Soldier. Postcardsize.
Günter Prill – Grenadier-Regiment 51 (18. Infanterie-Division)
Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo & Card of Günter Prill. Oberleutnant Günter Prill (02.11.1919 in Liegnitz † 17.12.1982 in Trier) earned the Deutsches Kreuz in Gold on December 1, 1943 and the Ritterkreuz des Eisernen Kreuzes on January 18, 1944 as Oberleutnant und Chef of the 3. Kompanie/ Grenadier-Regiment 51 of the 18. Infanterie-Division. Photo Size: 9×12,2cm.
Provenance: This signature comes from one of the largest postwar signature collection I’ve ever commissioned. This collection was started by a Waffen-SS Veteran, Werner H., in the 1950’s until he passed away.
Franz Ketterl – Infanterie-Regiment 438 (132. Infanterie-Division)
Original Postwar Signature on a Postwar Photo of Franz Ketterl. Oberleutnant Franz Ketterl (21.03.1898 † 27.07.1979) earned the Ritterkreuz on January 12, 1942 as Oberleutnant und Chef of the 1. Kompanie/ Infanterie-Regiment 438 of the 132. Infanterie-Division.
Provenance: This signature comes from one of the largest postwar signature collection I’ve ever commissioned. This collection was started by a Waffen-SS Veteran, Werner H., in the 1950’s until he passed away.