Personal Effects & Collectibles
Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (DRK) – Field Belt Buckle – Aluminium – “Ges. Gesch. 2”
€250,00An original German Red Cross (Deutsches Rotes Kreuz – DRK) field belt buckle, dating from the Third Reich period. Manufactured from aluminium, this distinctive buckle features a central circular medallion bearing the German eagle with outstretched wings, a swastika on its breast and a cross held in its talons. The emblem is surrounded by a decorative laurel wreath, with a finely textured background that contrasts with the raised details of the design.
The reverse is stamped “GES. GESCH. 2”, indicating a legally protected design. This marking is associated with a known variant of the DRK field belt buckle. This circular design was intended for the field or dress belt (Feldbindenschloss). The multi-piece aluminium construction, central medallion and rear fastening assembly are characteristic features of this type.
The Deutsches Rotes Kreuz was reorganised under National Socialist rule during the 1930s, and its uniforms and insignia reflected the period’s increasingly militarised organisational structure. DRK personnel served in a range of medical, nursing and support roles. This buckle represents the organisation’s uniform equipment during the period immediately before and during the Second World War.
Condition: Good original condition, with visible age-related wear, light surface oxidation and minor marks consistent with use and storage. The eagle, cross, wreath and reverse marking remain clearly identifiable. The buckle retains its rear fastening components. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed assessment of the condition.
2x Award Docs & Erkennungsmarke – Unteroffizier – Infanterie-Regiment 16
€160,00An interesting three-piece Wehrmacht grouping belonging to Unteroffizier Erich Schillmüller, who served with the 13th Company of Infanterie-Regiment 16, later redesignated Grenadier-Regiment 16. The grouping comprises two original award documents and a matching-style German military identity disc bearing the same company and regimental designation.
The first document awards Schillmüller the War Merit Cross 2nd Class with Swords (Kriegsverdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern). Dated 10 February, the year is obscured by the identity disc in the photographs, but the document is signed by Generalmajor Ludwig Wolff, commander of the 22nd Infantry Division. Wolff commanded the division from October 1941 until August 1942, making February 1942 consistent with his tenure.
The second document confirms the award of the Eastern Front Medal (Medaille für die Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42, commonly known as the Ostmedaille) on 27 July 1942. The document bears the signature attributed to Werner Haag, who served as Divisionsadjutant of the 22nd Infantry Division until 31 July 1942 and subsequently commanded Infanterie-Regiment 16 from 1 August 1942.
Completing the grouping is an oval German military identity disc (Erkennungsmarke), stamped “13./J.R.16” and numbered 180. The company and regimental designation corresponds to the unit recorded on the award documents, providing an appealing connection between the documents and the personal equipment of a soldier of the regiment.
Infanterie-Regiment 16 formed part of the 22nd Infantry Division, originally raised in Bremen in 1935. The regiment subsequently became Grenadier-Regiment 16 in 1942.
Condition: Both award documents show age-related toning, foxing, and staining. The War Merit Cross document has two punched holes along its left margin. The identity disc shows surface wear, scratches, and discolouration, with its stamped details remaining legible. Please consult the photographs for a complete assessment.
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SS-VT Totenkopf Side Cap Button – Martin Winter, München – RZM M5/69
€475,00An early German SS-Verfügungstruppe (SS-VT) side-cap Totenkopf button, manufactured by Martin Winter of München, bearing the RZM manufacturer code M5/69.
The button features a finely detailed, raised skull and crossed bones against a distinctive stippled background, surrounded by a raised circular rim. The silver-coloured finish highlights the skull’s sculpted features, making this an attractive example of early SS-VT uniform insignia.
The reverse features the original central attachment loop and stamped markings. The RZM code M5/69 is associated with M. Winter, München, as documented in specialist collector references.
Condition: Shows age-related wear, surface oxidation and discolouration consistent with its apparent age. The skull retains good detail, and the reverse attachment loop is present. Please examine the photographs carefully for the item’s exact condition.
An interesting piece of early SS-VT uniform insignia, suitable for a specialist collection of German military headgear and insignia from the pre-war period.
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WWII Luftwaffe Flak Table Pennant / Tischfahne – Complete with Pole & Base (Copy)
€495,00Offered here is an original WWII German Luftwaffe Flak Tischfahne (table pennant), a very attractive and highly decorative piece of Luftwaffe Flak memorabilia.
The pennant features the characteristic Luftwaffe eagle and Iron Cross design, with the red-and-white field and black detailing, finished with white fringe around the edges. The reverse carries the corresponding wartime design, making this a particularly attractive double-sided example.
The flag is mounted on its original-style wooden pole with ball finial and comes complete with a separate display base. The pole can be removed from the base, allowing the two components to be stored or transported separately. Size is approx. 14 x 14 cm
The textile shows genuine age and signs of use, including some wear to the fringe, stitching and surface, but remains very displayable. The photographs show the condition in detail.
Details
- Original WWII-era Luftwaffe Flak Tischfahne / Tischwimpel
- Attractive double-sided construction
- Luftwaffe eagle / Iron Cross motif
- Red, white and black coloration
- Original-style textile fringe
- Wooden pole with ball finial
- Removable pole and separate display base
- Good, used condition with period wear and patina
- Excellent display piece for a Luftwaffe / Flak collection
A scarce and very eye-catching piece of Luftwaffe table decoration, particularly nice as a complete display with the pole and base.
WWII German “Eismeerfront 1942–1943” Commemorative Badge / Tinnie with Leather Hanger
€155,00Original Second World War German commemorative badge / tinnie marked: “Eismeerfront 1942–1943”. A very interesting wartime remembrance piece connected to service on the harsh Arctic Front (Eismeerfront), the northernmost combat theater of the German-Soviet War centered around northern Finland, Lapland, and the Arctic region near Murmansk.
The badge features:
- Front with gothic-style “Eismeerfront 1942–1943” inscription
- Reverse with prominent edelweiss-style design, strongly associated with German mountain and northern troops
- Original leather hanger / suspension strap still attached
- Attractive untouched darkened wartime patina throughout
Constructed in lightweight wartime metal with a suspension loop and period leather attachment, likely intended for wear on personal equipment, a vehicle interior, or as a commemorative keepsake by veterans serving in the Arctic theater.
The Eismeerfront was one of the most brutal operational environments of WWII, with German and Finnish troops facing extreme cold, snow, isolation, and continuous fighting against Soviet forces in the far north.
The piece remains in very good untouched condition showing honest age and wear. The leather hanger displays expected age hardening and surface wear consistent with wartime use and storage. Condition exactly as shown in the photographs.
DAF Potato/Salad Bowl (Echt Unterglasur, KPM)
€40,00Original DAF Potato/Salad Bowl (Echt Unterglasur, KPM). Condition as seen.
DAF Porcelain Soup Plate (Hutschenreuther Selb, LHS Bavaria)
€30,00Original DAF Porcelain Soup Plate (Hutschenreuther, Bavaria). Modell des Amtes – Schönheit der Arbeit. Condition as seen.
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Erkennungsmarke: Artillerie-Regiment 55 (Researched! MIA!)
Original price was: €75,00.€55,00Current price is: €55,00.Original World War 2 German Erkennungsmarke (“Identity Disc”) of “II./A.R.55” which stands for II. Abteilung/ Artillerie-Regiment 55, individual number 20 and bloodgroup B. Condition as seen.
I have researched the tag and the tag belonged to Wachmeister Josef Witkowski. He served with the Artillerie-Regiment 55 and afterwards with the 11. Batterie/ Artillerie-Regiment 81. Severely wounded on August 18, 1942 in Schirwanskaja by Artillerie shrapnel. Then with schwere Artillerie-Ersatz-Abteilung 63 in Landsberg/Lech. He went Missing in Action on December 16, 1942. Declared death! No further info.
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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.
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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.
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Erkennungsmarke – Landesschützen-Bataillon 496 (“Frontfertigung”)
Original price was: €40,00.€30,00Current price is: €30,00.Original Erkennungsmarke (“Frontfertigung” – “Frontmade”) “1./L.S.Btl.496” which stands for 1. Kompanie/ Landesschützen-Bataillon 496. Condition as seen.
Erkennungsmarke – Wehrkreis-Ersatz-Depot VI (Münster)
€40,00Original Erkennungsmarke “Wehrkr.Ers.Dep.VI” which stands for Wehrkreis-Ersatz-Depot VI, which was located in Münster. Condition as seen