Deutsches Reich 1871 - 1918

Silver-plated. Diameter approximately 3.7 cm. In original case. Condition 2-.

Circa 1910. Two-color paper vignette. Height approx. 3.8 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1890. Leather helmet with brass fittings, the comb with applied ball finial, leather chinstrap attached to lion head rosettes, on the left side of the helmet the bell with two perforations. Interior with sewn leather liner. Size approximately 57. Condition 2.

Stamped token made of base metal, without stamped number, with hole at top for wearing around the neck. Worn condition, Condition 2.

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Stamped token made of base metal with impressed number 16825, hole at top for wearing around the neck. Worn condition, Grade 2.

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Circa 1915. Fine glass with gold rim and cut in the shape of the Iron Cross 1914 for elegant dining, styled with embedded teardrop-shaped air bubbles. Height 23.2 cm. Condition 2.

Dimensions approximately 1.50 x 3.50 m, cotton construction. Stained, minor damage, condition 2.

Condition 2.

Dated April 1, 1885. Magnificent presentation folder with brown velvet covering and silver-gilt decorative overlays on both sides, in the center the large crowned Imperial Eagle in finest execution, hand-chased. Dimensions 46.5 x 35.5 cm. Interior with double-sided parchment sheet with detailed expression of gratitude to Reich Chancellor Prince Bismarck on the occasion of his 70th birthday for his active promotion of German agriculture within the framework of the founding of the Reich. The text in calligraphic design in the style of medieval manuscripts with large illuminated letters featuring Bismarck's coat of arms in finest quality. With the original signatures of Chairman v. Wedel-Malchow and the board members of the standing committee of the German Agricultural Council.
Only slight signs of age and storage, Condition 2.

In over 30 years of business activity, this is the first item from the personal possession of Prince Bismarck that we have been able to offer!

Dimensions approx. 126 x 244 cm. Cotton, must be hung vertically. Slightly stained with a few tears in the fabric. Condition 2-.

Ceramic or artificial marble, diameter approx. 17.5 cm, for wall hanging, artist's signature “A. Michaeli 1888”. Old repaired crack. Condition 2-.

Oak leaves mounted on a shell driving band, pin fastening on reverse, good condition.

Circa 1910. Dimensions 35 x 67 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1900. Black lacquered leather, interior with blue lining, height approximately 16-18 cm. Condition 2.

White glazed figure of a standing lion holding the Bavarian coat of arms in its claws, height approx. 6.5 cm. Manufacturer's mark “Nymphenburg” on the underside. Undamaged, condition 2.

Postmarked Danzig “10.11.15”. Condition 2.

Condition 2.

This is a local "field-made" piece, circa 1915. Brass gorget, stamped with the inscription "Gendarmerie Abteilung Cuxhaven", with applied Imperial crown. Without chain; whether a liner was included is not discernible. Condition 2.

Cuxhaven had coastal fortifications dating back to the 19th century. The III. Stamm-Seebataillon of the Imperial Navy was stationed in the Kiautschou-Kaserne, later Marienkaserne (today a residential and commercial area after conversion), primarily for overseas service particularly in Tsingtau. Starting in 1905, the Imperial Navy began building up its mine warfare forces and initially stationed six torpedo boats in Cuxhaven for this purpose. The number of torpedo boats and minesweepers in Cuxhaven increased steadily before and during World War I. At war's end, approximately 300 mine countermeasures vessels were stationed in Cuxhaven.

Circa 1900. Dimensions 13.3 x 21.6 cm. Condition 2.

With 1892 supplement, without illustrations section, no place of publication, Militariaarchiv, half-linen binding, large format, oblong, 168 + 39 pages, with drawings, REPRINT, with text markings, condition 2.

Circa 1880/90. The painting depicts Kaiser Wilhelm I in the uniform of a Generalfeldmarschall of the Prussian Army with the Order Pour le Mérite and the Iron Cross, rendered in a highly lifelike manner. Oil on canvas in a gilt ornate frame. Overall dimensions approximately 47.5 x 55 cm. Painting dimensions 26 x 34 cm. Unsigned. Condition 2.

Circa 1900. Approximately 4.3 cm wide leather, blackened on the exterior. With buckle. Total length approximately 79 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1910. Colored flag bunting. Dimensions 140 x 106 cm. Condition 2.

Impressed mark, inscription hand-painted, model number 221a, brick-red body, painted in black and white, colorless glaze, stylized floral motifs, 1 chip to upper rim, D 18.5 cm

Circa 1914. 2 metal badges. Clip-on attachment. Diameter approximately 3 cm. Condition 2.

Dimensions: approx. 28 x 20.5 cm. Cast metal, bronzed. Weight 1.45 kg. Small casting holes present. Condition 2.

The flag finial of fire-gilt brass bronze, at center the crowned cipher. Below with the old backing plate and the old threaded screw, the socket for the flag staff is missing. Overall height 18 cm. Used piece with typical signs of age, in untouched original condition. Extremely rare.

Medal with engraved silver fittings, the shoulder cord with gold embroidery.

Stamped token made of non-ferrous metal with impressed number 16831, with hole at top for wearing around the neck. Worn condition, Condition 2.

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Circa 1916. 8.6 x 13.6 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1900. Worn condition, with moth holes. Condition 2-3.

The base consists of a shortened propeller blade, top and base of laminated wood, height approx. 76 cm, diameter approx. 58 cm. Condition 2.
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Stamped token made of base metal with struck number 10494, hole at top for wearing around the neck. Worn condition, Condition 2.

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The pocket watch with gold case featuring an enameled dial with subsidiary seconds, the lever escapement in working order. The outer lid with the Imperial Crown and the cipher “WII”, the interior with the Imperial gold hallmark with the Imperial Crown in sun circle, below it the gold content “0.585” and beside it the “Large Squirrel” mark (minimum gold content 14 karat), further below the stamp “B&H” (Brandt & Hofmann, Biel, Switzerland) with the number “115893” beneath. The movement cover exterior with the dedication “We Wilhelm by the Grace of God German Emperor King of Prussia grant this recognition to Captain Victor August Jacobi for the assistance rendered to the crew of the German steamer ‘Thasos’ in distress at sea.”, the cover interior with the stamp “Metal” and the number “115893”. The movement stamped “207006”. Fully functional, condition 2.

1900. “Berliner photograph. Depot ...”. 10.7 x 16.3 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1910. 13.8 x 9.1 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1900. Elegant bicorne with needle felt and white feather plumes, wide gold braid with oak leaf decoration, applied Reich cockade of silk on the right side and gold agraffe with gilt button bearing the Reich coat of arms. Interior with bone-colored leather sweatband and white silk lining with the maker “J. Robrecht Hoflieferant ... Berlin”. Size approximately 57. In original delivery box with label “Sender J. Robrecht, Hoflieferant, Berlin ... Sr. Hochwohlgeboren Herrn [redacted] Schloss Wilhelmshöhe ...”. Together with the sword for state officials of the German Empire with narrow double-fullered blade, heavily corroded, with remnants of etching still visible, on the quarte side on the false edge the supplier “J. Robrecht Hoflieferant Berlin”. Gilt and finely chased brass hilt with mother-of-pearl grip scales and eagle head as pommel decoration, Reich insignia on the guard. Sword knot attached. Black leather-covered scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The sword shows only light wear, externally very well preserved. The blade unfortunately heavily corroded. Therefore priced favorably by us. Overall length 98 cm. Condition 2.

A very fine ensemble! Kaiser Wilhelm frequently stayed at Schloss Wilhelmshöhe. He also completed his Abitur in Kassel.

Height approximately 31 cm, interior with light blue lining, closure strap torn, without key, condition 2.

Circa 1900. Circular picture frame made of brass with dragon ornamentation, reverse side with removable cover for inserting a photograph and suspension device. Diameter approximately 24.5 cm. Condition 2.

This is a typical accessory as acquired by members of the Imperial Navy and the East Asian Occupation Brigade and brought back to the homeland.

Circa 1800. Pear-shaped wooden flask, 32.5 cm high, with iron fittings and iron carrying chain. Scratched into the underside “5[?]”, on the side “ATI”. The seam between lateral and outer wooden elements sealed with wax. Condition 2.

Circa 1916. Hardboard with fabric covering. Dimensions approximately 31 x 10 x 23 cm. Edge at rear right slightly torn. Without key. Condition 2.

13.7 x 8.7 cm. Condition 2.

1911. Condition 2.

Danzig 1910. Studio “Oscar Tellgmann Eschwege, Court Photographer to His Majesty the Kaiser and King.” The photograph numbered “267”, mounted on cardboard, with handwritten explanation on reverse. Dimensions approximately 23.5 x 19 cm. Condition 2.

A very fine photograph! In the foreground Kaiser Wilhelm II is seen in conversation with Princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia, who had been Chief of the Regiment since 1909. Both wear the regiment's uniform. In the background General of Cavalry August von Mackensen can be recognized, who had commanded the XVII Army Corps since 1908. He was commander of the 2nd Life Hussars from 1893 to 1898. The photograph was taken on the occasion of the Kaiser Review of the XVIII Army Corps in 1910 in Danzig.

Circa 1910. Brass, dimensions approximately 3.25 x 5.4 cm, reverse side still without split pins. Unworn, condition 2.

Glazed porcelain, 19 cm diameter, center with portrait of Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria, condition 2.

Circa 1910. Tin box with company logo. Dimensions approximately 12 x 2.1 x 7.4 cm. Slightly dented. Condition 2.

Cigarette case made of silver, dimensions approx. 7.8 x 8.9 x 1.6 cm, the surface finely textured, incorporated in the upper left corner the cipher “W” for Kaiser Wilhelm II, the cipher gilt, set with small rose-cut diamonds, the opening button made of a blue sapphire cabochon in metal setting, the case gilt on the interior, on the left side applied in gold the Kaiser's cipher “W”, below which is engraved the dedication “Prize of Honor from His Majesty the Kaiser won in tennis competition by Oberleutnant zur See Robertson 1901.”, on the right side at lower left the Reich silver hallmark “¾” with the crescent moon and imperial crown, next to it the manufacturer's mark “GB:Friedlaender Berlin” and the silver fineness mark “900”. · In addition the small match case crafted in the same manner, again the cipher “W” at upper left. Dimensions approx. 4.4 x 4.9 x 0.85 cm. · The cigarette case and match case in a casket covered with red leather and lined inside with blue velvet bearing the maker “Gebr. Friedlaender Hof-Juweliere Sr. Maj. d. Kaisers Berlin W.”, on the lid exterior applied the gilt imperial crown. Dimensions approx. 17 x 14 x 3 cm. Only slight traces of use. Condition 2.

A very fine and exquisite example of the “courtly culture” of the German Empire under Kaiser Wilhelm II. During leisure activities such as tennis matches, important contacts were also made and political decisions were sometimes reached. 
Henry Robertson is listed in the Honor Roll of the Imperial German Navy 1914-18 and last served as Adjutant of the Danzig Shipyard with the rank of Korvettenkapitän.

Circa 1914. 13.7 x 8.8 cm. Condition 2.

Iron Cross 1914 made of silver-plated cast metal, approximately 12x12 cm, marked D.R.G.M. (Deutsches Reichsgebrauchsmuster) on reverse, with integrated clock movement, dial in mother-of-pearl appearance, Made in Germany, movement in working order.

Circa 1900. Approximately 3.9 cm wide leather, blackened on the exterior. With buckle. Total length approximately 84-100 cm. Condition 2.

Circa 1905/10. Approximately 0.4 liter glass stein with pewter lid, a glass prism set into the lid with the colored photograph “Okahandja Station”, above the station building a small medallion with the photograph of a woman, the name “Kink” engraved on the rim, on the front a medallion worked into the glass with the photograph of the soldier in his service uniform. Condition 2.

The Okahandja station is believed to have been opened between 1902 and 1909. It is located on the Windhoek-Kranzberg railway line built in 1902. The town contains the “Feste Okahandja” fortification constructed between 1894 and 1904. In 1904 the Herero uprising began here. Both the station building and the fortress still exist today.

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahnhof_Okahandja
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Okahandja
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feste_Okahandja

Circa 1910. Colored bunting. Dimensions 78 x 193 cm. One small tear, slightly spotted. Condition 2.

Work by the Mettlach company from 1893. Large polychrome ceramic plate depicting a Landsknecht, above which the motto “Gutes Recht findt allzeit Knecht” (Good Law Always Finds Servants), verso with hanger and mark. Diameter approximately 36.5 cm. Condition 2.

Dimensions approximately 140 x 127 cm, the ends not yet hemmed. Unused, condition 2.

Brass. Diameter approximately 2.85 cm. Condition 2.

Stamped token made of non-ferrous metal with impressed number 4956, hole at top for wearing around the neck. Distinct signs of age, condition 2-3

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Stamped token made of base metal with punched number 7077, hole at top for wearing around the neck. Worn condition, Grade 2.

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white porcelain, glazed, center with motif of the patrol rider in steppe landscape based on the corresponding small sculpture by Berlin sculptor Karl Möbius from 1907, as well as the eagle of the Schutztruppe, rim with inscription,底部 ground crossed swords mark Meißen in underglaze and model number 135, Ø 25.5cm

The plate of the Schutztruppe für Deutsch-Südwest-Afrika is not yet in the catalog in 1937, first appearing in July 1938 and can therefore be clearly dated. The image of the patrol rider by sculptor Moebius appears to have been more elaborate. This plate cost RM 20,- at the time. 

Stoneware, 1/2 liter, gray, with blue and brown appliqués, glazed, fine hairline crack, pewter lid with rim engraving “II.Schütze 2.Landw. Komp.1912.” (2nd Rifleman, 2nd Landwehr Company 1912), well preserved. Condition 2-

Dimensions 37.5 x 45.5 x 5 cm. Condition 2.

Berlin-Schöneberg, Mentor-Verlag, no year (1914), hardcover edition, full cloth binding, pocket size, 199 pages, coin illustrations, condition 2/2-.

Circa 1910. Photograph dimensions approximately 19.5 x 29.5 cm. Studio “Phot. Berger Potsdam”. Below the original signature of the Prince. Wooden frame dimensions approximately 49.5 x 70 cm. Condition 2.

Dimensions approx. 110 x 240 cm, made of cotton. Stained, small holes, condition 2.

Dimensions approximately 73 x 143 cm, made of cotton. The flag is stained and slightly damaged, condition 2-.