DRK, German Red Cross. Numbered Fatherland Ladies Association Badge. This awarded cross from 1917 shows light wear and slight oxidation. The pin is missing the pin on the back with faded enamel. Maker’s mark on the back. The cross is approximately 1 x 1 inch. The round pin is approximately 7/16 inch across. Check out my other Red Cross and WW1 items.
VDG Militaria strives to always properly represent all items listed. Thank you for browsing and happy collecting! VDG Militaria strives to accurately represent all items listed. Below are the details for this specific product. Physical Description: This is an original 1919 U. Marksman Medal awarded for rifle practice. The medal features two bars: one labeled “MARKSMAN” and the other dated “1919, ” suspended from a six-pointed star medallion. The medallion has the number “71″ in the center, surrounded by the text Rifle Practice, Pro Aris et Pro Focis, Armory Range. The badge shows some patina and wear consistent with its age, giving it a beautiful vintage appearance. The back of the medallion is marked J. The medal measures approximately 3 inches in total length. Historical Context: This marksman medal was awarded to members of the 71st Regiment in 1919 for proficiency in rifle practice. The Latin inscription “Pro Aris et Pro Focis” translates to “For Hearth and Home, ” emphasizing the soldiers’ duty to protect their country. The 71st Regiment, based in New York, has a long and distinguished history, including service in the Spanish-American War and World War I. Medals like this were awarded to soldiers who demonstrated exceptional skill with their rifles during training exercises at armory ranges, reflecting the military’s emphasis on marksmanship. This medal is a rare and valuable collectible from the post-World War I era. VDG Militaria is dedicated to providing authentic, original military antiques. We specialize in items from various historical eras, including World War I, World War II, and beyond. Our mission is to preserve military history through the sale and collection of original memorabilia. We are happy to assist you with any inquiries or concerns. All major credit cards. However, PLEASE REQUEST A TOTAL BEFORE PAYING FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS.
Two piece construction – A top bar “brooch” connects to the hanging planchet with two jump rings. Die struck in bronze and silver plated – 1 3/8ths of an inch tall by 1 1/4 inches across in size. 15, 1918 has been mostly obliterated on the reverse side, but is still discernable.
V R Soviet Order. Being at combat points, he provided the command with valuable data about the Germans. He was the first to cross the rivers Seim Desna and Dnieper. Corrected the fire of our artillery. Destroyed under his leadership. Two German firing points destroyed. During reconnaissance on the right bank of the Dnieper, he entered into battle with a group of Germans. Killed one and wounded one, the rest fled. In the battle for Demidovo on the right bank of the Dnieper on November 5, 1943, under enemy fire, he occupied a height and corrected artillery fire. Conclusion Worthy of the AWARD HERO of the Soviet Union. Was awarded the Order of the Red Star. The Order of the Red Star (Russian:?????????? o???????) was a military decoration of the Soviet Union. It was established by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet. The Order of the Red Star was awarded to soldiers of the Soviet Army, Navy, borderand internal security forces, employees of the State Security Committee of the USSR. As well as NCOs and officers of the bodies of internal affairs; to units, warships, associations, enterprises, institutions and organizations. As well as to military personnel of foreign countries. Pay Pal only Thank you.
WW1 German Prussia 1914 Iron Cross Order Crown medal Imperial badge WWII Knight. Website come with a 100% lifetime guarantee of authenticity. This fantastic opportunity is complete with his original July 1918 (Kanitz) signed Pour le Mérite document which is accompanied by an authentic gilt Wagner Pour le Mérite. Additional items include his personal photo albums, period postcards, numerous photos of him in Luftwaffe service uniform as well as photos of his involvement with postwar Veteran reunions for PLM holders. Jacobs was known to have several examples of the PLM to wear for different occasions. As discussed in Neal O’Connor’s Aviation Awards of Imperial Germany in World War I and the men who earned them, at least two others are known to the collecting community and are published. The cross in this grouping is not one of the two published examples but did arrive to me with his original award document. Also included are his air victory confirmation papers. Another original item from. I never grade my items as mint, even though may be. If for any reason you require additional photos, please do not hesitate to ask. View My Other Items For Sale. Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed! Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.
1897 German Hunting Medal Award Nürnberg Original Jäger Hunter Prussian WW1. As Photographed with wear as seen – Serviceable. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce. Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
WW1 German Prussia 1914 Iron Cross Order Crown medal Imperial badge WWII Knight. Website come with a 100% lifetime guarantee of authenticity. Here is your chance to own an example of a WW2 era US Good Conduct Medal. This example is in great condition with minor patina. Complete with the pin. Engraved/named on the reverse “Russell V Urban”. Would display great with other medals! Another original item from. I never grade my items as mint, even though may be. If for any reason you require additional photos, please do not hesitate to ask. View My Other Items For Sale. Auctiva offers Free Image Hosting and Editing. Auctiva gets you noticed! Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter.
WWII bronze merit award for the 604. Army Engineer Camouflage Battalion, with cardboard box, about 1? Inches in diameter. Good condition, some edge nicks, some specks of green in the crevices. Box is worn but structurally sound, and has some green stains on the inside of the base. Sorry for any confusion. Sometimes Priority can be cheaper than Parcel Select, depending on your zip code and the weight of the package. Large/fragile items can’t always be combined.
Original German post WW2 / 1957 pattern Military Long Service Medal for 12 Years, IN VERY GOOD CONDITION – A VERY NICE DETAILED EXAMPLE ON GOOD RIBBON, MAKER: ST&L (STEINHAUER & LUECK), THE AWARD IS NOT OFTEN SEEN. FEW FACTS ABOUT 1957 PATTERN AWARDS. In 1957 the West German government authorised replacement Iron Crosses with an Oak Leaf Cluster in place of the swastika, similar to the Iron Crosses of 1813, 1870, and 1914, which could be worn by World War II Iron Cross recipients. The 1957 law also authorised de-Nazified versions of most other World War II-era decorations (except those specifically associated with Nazi Party organizations, such as SS Long Service medals, or with the expansion of the German Reich, such as the medals for the annexation of Austria, the Sudetenland, and the Memel region). The main government contract to manufacture and supply these new de-nazified WW2 1957 official decorations went to the world famous German firm Steinhauer & Lueck, Luedenscheid Germany. Knights Crosses, Iron Crosses, Wound Badges, Tank Assault Badges etc were re-designed by Steinhauer & Lück – often with the oak-leaf spray replacing the swastika, with S&L having the sole patent rights to all WW2 1957 German decorations. S&L did not have the whole monopoly on medal making, other famous firms such as Deschler & Sohn, BH Maher and Juncker also manufactured these new German decorations. Lüdenscheid is situated between the cities Dortmund and Bonn. It was here that one of the youngest medal firms was founded in 1889 by August Steinhauer and Gustav Adolf Lück. The first production began in a cellar, the customer base continued to increase. A property was bought at 51 Hochstrasse which is still home for this famous company today. During WW2 Steinhauer & Lück produced medals and badges, like the famous Knights Cross and many other types of medals and badges. In 1957 this company was awarded the contract to produce all the newly re-designed legal WW2 1957 de-nazified decorations, plus the contract to manufacture all of Germany’s official decorations including Germany’s highest order the Bundesverdienstkreuz. Only a very limited number of original WW2 1957 medals are still produced, mainly Iron Crosses, German Cross Gold & Silver & Wound Badges and are considered 100% genuine by the German Government. HISTORY OF THE AWARD. Long Service Award (Wehrmacht-Dienstauszeichnungen) – A year after the reinstitution of the draft Germany reinstated the Long Service Awards (March 16th, 1936). All members of the Armed Forces were eligible for the award which was bestowed in five classes; four years, twelve years, eighteen years, twenty five years and fifty years. The four year service medal was mat silver and had on the obverse the Wehrmacht Eagle and the inscription “Treue Diesnste in der Wehrmacht” (Loyal Service in the Armed Forces). On the reverse it bore only the number 4 in the center surrounded by oak leaves. The twelve year award was the same design but slightly larger, in bronze, and with the number “12″ replacing the “4″ on the reverse. Those who served eighteen years were presented a silver Maltese cross featuring the Wehrmacht eagle in the center obverse and the number “18″ on reverse. The same design was maintained for the next and highest class, awarded to those veterans who served twenty five years. The cross in this instance was gold, larger, and naturally had “25″ on the reverse. A special grade for 40 years of service was also approved; This was an oak leaves set which was worn on the ribbon of the 25 years award. All levels of the award were held on blue ribbons with the appropriate branch of service attached to it. It was either the spread wing eagle for the Army and Navy or the flying eagle for the Air Force. Only two long service awards were to be worn at the same time. The 4 and 12 year classes were obviously to be worn together, but once the individual received the 25 year class, he would wear it with the 4 year class, and if the 40 year class were achieved then it would be worn with the 12 year class. The award was worn as part of a group or in the ribbon bar for daily wear. During its early years of existence the award was normally constructed of German silver and heavily plated, but from 1942 on it was made from gold or silver washed zinc. During the last year of the war, presentation of the award ceased.
