Civil awards of the III. Reich

On ribbon with pin-back suspension. Ribbon bar attached by clip. Condition 2.

on long ribbon, with original packet from “Jakob Bengel, Idar-Oberstein”, condition 2.

Gilt and enameled base metal, riveted appliques, reverse with raised marking “B.v.A. Hülse-Berlin”, with ribbon and pin-back, in original presentation case with the coat of arms of the City of Danzig on the lid, burgundy velvet lining and silk interior with maker “Juwelier Hülse, Berlin-Baden-Baden-Wien”.

The Danzig Cross was instituted on August 31, 1939 by the Head of State of the Free City of Danzig, Gauleiter Albert Forster, and awarded for services in the establishment of the NSDAP in the Gau Danzig and the National Socialist state of Danzig, as well as for contributions to the defense of Danzig prior to August 31, 1939. The design was created by Reichsbühnenbildner Benno von Arent. Awards were mainly presented on the traditional day of the Danzig National Socialists, October 24, 1939. As a state decoration, the Danzig Cross was granted equal status with decorations of other German states effective May 1, 1941.

Bronze-plated base metal, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Eyelet detached from cross, ribbon with wearing pin, with printed paper packet 

Non-ferrous metal on ribbon with suspension pin, in case with imprint. Includes ribbon bar with device for field uniform. Condition 2+.

Silver gilt, with polished edges, the cross arms finely enameled, on original sewn ribbon. Complete in red presentation case with gold national eagle, still without surrounding gold border on the lid, interior with black velvet lining and white silk backing with gold imprint “Orden vom Deutschen Adler Verdienstkreuz 3. Stufe”, in very good condition.
The Merit Cross 3rd Grade was renamed after 1939 to “Order of the German Eagle 5th Class”.

On ribbon, with ribbon bar attached by clip, reverse with pin back. Condition 2.

Small bronze victor's medal “Sauermilch Käse”, 38 mm, bronze-plated zinc, in black presentation case with silver imprint.

on ribbon with pin-back suspension, in burgundy presentation case with national eagle, together with “Prague Castle” clasp, condition 2.

Gilt brass, on ribbon, condition 2.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, partially enameled, with sewn ribbon and pin-back fastener, case with printed "50", lining with manufacturer's imprint "Deschler & Sohn München". Condition 2.

1st pattern circa 1938, gilt brass, polished edges, complete with original ribbon, condition 2.

Very rare. Only 150 awards were made.

Rectangular plaque of bronzed non-ferrous metal with embossed relief, 60 x 90 mm. Design: swastika above city view, King Heinrich I in foreground, with one hole at top and bottom, includes safety pin and ribbon, in original packaging paper. Condition 2. PIECE 100.00 EURO

large silver winner's medal "Weichkäse" (soft cheese), fine zinc 60 mm. Condition 2.

1st pattern, circa 1937. Silver gilt, reverse stamped “Silber” over “900”, with wide pin. Lightly worn, in good condition. Complete in early large presentation case. Exterior with national eagle, the rim with circumferential embossing, still without gold border. Black velvet insert and silk lining with imprint “Orden vom Deutschen Adler Verdienstkreuz 2. Stufe”.

This piece represents the classic manufacture of the firm Godet & Co. Berlin. The star body made of silver-plated base metal, the applied cross with separately applied eagle finely enameled. On the reverse, the eagle is double-riveted, attached to a convex pin with maker’s mark “Gebr. Godet & Co. Berlin”. Lightly worn, in good condition.

One of the rarest decorations of the Third Reich. In over 25 years, this is only the third piece we have been able to offer.
The Badge of Honor of the German Red Cross, awarded since 1924, was replaced by this form in 1934. It was instituted on January 30, 1934, by Duke Carl Eduard von Sachsen Coburg und Gotha, who, with the approval of Reich President von Hindenburg, as President of the DRK, amended the statutes and expanded the classes. The classes were: 1st Class on sash, Star of the Badge of Honor, Cross 1st Class on neck ribbon, Merit Cross as breast badge, Badge of Honor on ribbon (2nd Class).

wearable bronze medal “For Achievement in Rabbit Breeding”, on ribbon, Condition 2

Silver-plated fine zinc, with pin back brooch. Condition 2.

Metal thread woven execution in gold on black. Worn condition, Grade 2-.
The officially designated “Year Band” (Jahresband) was an award and could only be worn by holders of the Technische Nothilfe Honor Badge “1922”.

Bronze-finished non-ferrous metal, on original ribbon, condition 2.

on ribbon with sewn-on pin back, in damaged presentation case. 

on ribbon, in presentation case with signs of wear, maker marked “L.Bertsch, Karlsruhe”, Condition 2.

On long ribbon, in presentation case with manufacturer's marking “C. E. Juncker, Berlin”. Condition 2.

Gold-plated non-ferrous metal, finely enameled, complete with full-length ribbon, in presentation case marked by manufacturer “L.Bertsch, Karlsruhe”, Condition 2.

on ribbon with pin back, condition 2.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, partially enameled, with sewn ribbon and pin bar, in fitted case. Includes ribbon bar with device. Condition 2.

on long ribbon, in award case “Wilh. Deumer Kom. - Ges. Lüdenscheid”.

Silver-plated base metal, on ribbon, condition 2. Includes the matching miniature.

Very fine manufacture by the firm Godet Berlin, circa 1939. Neck cross, silver gilt, finely enameled on both sides. Reverse stamped in ring “900” silver and maker “20” = Godet, Berlin. Complete with long sewn neck ribbon. Together with matching breast star, silver, the national eagles and swords gilt, finely enameled. Reverse stamped on broad pin “900” silver and “L/50”. Complete in large presentation case, interior with imprint “Deutscher Adlerorden mit dem Stern und den Schwertern”. Unworn, in very good condition.
Very rarely found in this quality.

Fine zinc, on ribbon, condition 2.

Tall oval pin-back badge with swastika, surrounding text “Für Verdienste um das Feuerlöschwesen” (For Merit in Fire Fighting Services), reverse marked “Preuss. Staatsmünze Silber 900 Fein” (Prussian State Mint Silver 900 Fine). Condition 2+.

Manufactured by Godet & Co. Berlin. The star body in silver, the applied cross is fitted into the star with separately applied eagle. Reverse with 2 hollow rivets, on convex pin. In large red presentation case with blue silk lining and velvet insert. Additionally the rare ribbon bar with miniature device. The breast star lightly worn, on the left arm of the cross with small crack in the enamel. The color of the presentation case interior faded by sunlight. Overall condition 2/2-. A very rare order set!

The Badge of Honor of the German Red Cross was instituted in 1922. Modified in 1934 by the President of the DRK, Duke Carl Eduard of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, and provided with new statutes. After the seizure of power by the National Socialists, the statutes were changed again on April 6, 1937 with approval of the Führer and Reich Chancellor, Adolf Hitler. The design was modified for all classes such that the applied eagle now holds a golden wreath with black swastika in its talons. The award of the 3rd form of the Badge of Honor of the German Red Cross ended after the institution of the Badge of Honor for German National Welfare on July 1, 1939. Due to the very short period of bestowal, these badges of honor are rare.

Medal bronzed and toned, 33 mm, condition 2.

Manufactured by Godet, Berlin. Badge on large shoulder sash and breast star. Silver, the appliqués finely enameled. In the 1st Class, to distinguish it from the Grand Cross, the eagles in the corners were not gilt but silvered. The badge stamped in the ring “900 21”, complete, the national eagles “frosted” silver-plated, the swastika with oak leaf wreath gilded. Complete on the long shoulder sash in the special version with white center stripe. Silver breast star, 8-pointed, diameter 80 mm, stamped on reverse on the pin “900” silver. Complete in large presentation case with large national eagle, dimensions 19 x 28 cm, interior black velvet lining and light silk lining in the lid, here without the otherwise customary designation. Only minimally worn, condition 2+.

This is the 1st Model of the Order of the German Eagle, circa 1937. Neck cross, fire-gilt silver, finely enameled on both sides. The first model is still in the heavy version with the special ribbon ring, the national eagles in the corners are still considerably larger. Stamped “900” silver in the lower cross arm. Complete with long uncut neck ribbon. In matching early presentation case, the lid still without gold border, interior with impression “Orden vom Deutschen Adler Verdienstkreuz 1. Stufe”. Lightly worn, condition 2.
The 1st Model was only awarded from 1937 to 1939 and is very rare.

Silver-plated cupal, diameter 42 mm, reverse marked “Eigentum des Reichsnährstandes (LBR)” award number “1869”.

This is the 1st Model of the Order of the German Eagle, circa 1937. Neck cross, fire-gilded silver, finely enameled on both sides. The first model is still in the heavy version with the distinctive ribbon ring, the national eagles in the corners are still noticeably larger. Stamped “900” silver in the lower arm of the cross. Complete with long fabricated neck ribbon. Only minimally worn in beautiful condition.
The 1st Model was only awarded from 1937 to 1939 and is very rare.

Aluminum hollow-embossed badge, split pins on reverse, condition 2.

Fine zinc construction, silver-plated, with the inscription Dr.-Ing. Fritz Todt Preis. Reverse with struck date of first award “8.2.44” and award number “57”, on long wide pin, interior of pin marked with maker “21” (= Gebrüder Godet & Co, Berlin). Condition 2.
The 1st Model is extremely rare!

The Dr. Fritz Todt Prize was established by decree on November 12, 1943 by Adolf Hitler; the first award was made on February 8, 1944. The prize was awarded in 3 grades: Gold, Silver, and Steel. Individuals were recognized for exceptional inventive achievements of outstanding importance to the national community, particularly for improvements to weapons, ammunition, and war materiel, or for the conservation of resources such as raw materials, labor, or energy consumption. The badge of honor was awarded with a certificate and a monetary prize. This amounted to 50,000 Reichsmark for the Gold grade, 30,000 RM for Silver, and 10,000 RM for Steel.
The Gold badge of honor was awarded by Adolf Hitler upon recommendation of the Leader of the German Labor Front, Dr. Robert Ley, and the Chief of the Main Office for Technology of the NSDAP, Reich Minister Albert Speer.
The Silver and Steel grades were awarded by the Gauleiter upon recommendation of the Gau director of the German Labor Front and the Gau office leader for Technology of the NSDAP. The award dates were September 4 and February 8, the birthday and date of death respectively of Minister Todt. The monetary prize was reduced to 2,000 Reichsmark for all grades as of April 1944.
Dr. Fritz Todt served from 1933 as Inspector General for German Roadways, responsible among other duties for the construction of the Autobahn. From 1940 he was Reich Minister for Armaments and Ammunition and thus responsible for the entire war industry. In 1942, Dr. Todt was killed in an aircraft crash.

Large non-wearable cast iron award plaque, diameter 98 mm. Obverse with raised portrait and inscription “Dr. Fritz Todt-Preis”, reverse “Gestiftet von Gauleiter Hartmann Lauterbacher für Hervorragende Betrieblichen Erfindungen 1943” (Donated by Gauleiter Hartmann Lauterbacher for Outstanding Industrial Inventions 1943). Complete in large presentation case, elaborate wooden construction, interior with gray velvet lining. Accompanied by a small photograph showing the award certificate to the 1st recipient dated February 6, 1943, condition 2+.
Mr. Eng. Peter Weber from Hannover also received the Diesel Medal from the German Institute for Invention in 1963.

, large silver victory medal "Hartkäse", fine zinc 60 mm, in black presentation case with silver imprint, interior with silk lining and velvet insert, condition 2.

Oval pin badge, approx. 44x38 mm, silver-plated base metal, pin back. Awarded example from the 1930s.

Large plaque of the Polizeisportgruppe Ostmark Wien. Manufactured from stoneware, color lacquered, reverse with victory vignette "III. Preis", 80 x 80 mm. Condition 2. Rare.
Zillen are open boats that can still be found today in the German and Austrian Danube region. These boats are paddled with standing oars.

Gilt bronze, on wide ribbon with embroidered national eagle, in green presentation case with gold lettering. 

Silver-plated base metal, ribbon section with woven national eagle, in green cardboard case with silver imprint. Case lid slightly repaired, otherwise condition 2.

Enameled version. Reverse marked with manufacturer "Paulmann & Crone Lüdenscheid", one catch is broken off. Worn condition, Grade 2.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, on single mount, field-gray lined. Condition 2

Gilt bronze, partially enameled, with sewn ribbon and pin-back assembly, case with imprint "50", interior with manufacturer's imprint "Deschler & Sohn München". Condition 2.

Silver-plated base metal, partially colored enamel, with 24 cm long ribbon in original presentation case. Condition 2

Bronze, diameter approx. 35 mm, with suspension ring. Condition 2

38 mm in “block letters”. Execution in bronze-plated zinc alloy, on ribbon with wear pin. The suspension ring marked “30” of the Hauptmünzamt Wien (Main Mint Vienna).
This decoration was instituted by decree of December 27, 1943.

Aluminum, on ribbon with pin back, condition 2.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, enamel minimally damaged, with ribbon bar.

38 mm in “block letters”. Execution in bronze-plated fine zinc, complete with ribbon and wear pin. The suspension ring with maker marking “30”. In the original award packet with imprint “Deutsche - bronzene- Verdienstmedaille mit Schwertern” (German Bronze Merit Medal with Swords), cancelled print “Preußische Staatsmünze Berlin” (Prussian State Mint Berlin), stamped manufacturer “Hauptmünzamt Wien III.” (Main Mint Vienna III.). Unworn, the bronze plating faded, condition 2. This decoration was instituted by decree of December 27, 1943.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, on ribbon, the rim is slightly damaged. 

on ribbon section, condition 2.

Bronze, diameter 36 mm, on suspension ring. Condition 2

Bronzed zinc alloy, execution in “block letters”, manufacturer marked in ring “30” Hauptmünzamt Wien, on original ribbon with pin-back brooch. Condition 2.

Bronzed aluminum, on ladies' ribbon bow with wearing pin, condition 2.

large bronze winner's medal “Frischbutter” (Fresh Butter), fine zinc 60 mm. Condition 2.

Small silver winner's medal "Käse 45% F.i.T.", 38 mm, fine zinc, in black presentation case with silver print, condition 2.

 Maker "Foerster & Barth Pforzheim", condition 2-.

Non-ferrous metal, hollow construction, diameter 40 mm, non-wearable silver medal “For Achievements in Viticulture”, condition 2.

Tall oval pin badge, solid pressed aluminum construction, height 50 mm. Reverse with German inscription “-Abkommen- Dr. Ley - Ciantetti”, with vertical pin fastener. Worn, condition 2.
The agreement in June 1937 between the Chief of the DAF and KdF Dr. Robert Ley and the President of the National Italian Trade Union Confederation Tullio Cianetti organized foreign vacation trips for workers.
A rare badge.

The participant badge for the uniform made of silver-plated Cupal, diameter 40 mm, depicting portrait of A.H. with inscription “Freundschaftsfahrt G.I.L. - HJ 1939 Rom-Berlin-Rom”, reverse with maker's mark “Deschler & Sohn München 9”, with horizontal pin. Lightly worn, condition 2.

The large commemorative plaque made of silver-plated and toned Cupal. Diameter 80 mm. On the obverse portrait of A.H. with inscription “Freundschaftsfahrt G.I.L. - HJ 1939 Rom-Berlin-Rom”, with artist's signature below the head “G. Weber 39”. On the reverse the emblem of the fascist Italian youth organization G.I.L and HJ emblem. Complete with presentation case, interior with maker's mark “Deschler & Sohn München”. Condition 2.

A participant badge together with the commemorative plaque for participants in the Friendship Journey is very rarely found.


The “Friendship Journey G.I.L.-HJ 1939 Rome-Berlin-Rome” was a propaganda trip and exchange program between the German Hitler Youth (HJ) and the Italian fascist state youth organization, Gioventù Italiana del Littorio (G.I.L.), in 1939. Here are the key facts about this event: Objective: The journey served to strengthen German-Italian relations (“Berlin-Rome Axis”) shortly before the outbreak of World War II. Participants: Members of the Hitler Youth and the Italian G.I.L.. Highlights: The participants met at the Brenner border. There were official receptions where, among others, Reich Youth Leader Baldur von Schirach welcomed the Italian participants. The journey took place within the framework of close bilateral relations between the NS organizations and the fascist youth associations.

Silver-plated base metal, partially gilt, center in black enamel, complete with original ribbon and pin back. Condition 2.

Bronzed aluminum, on ladies ribbon bow with wearing pin, condition 2.

Fine zinc, diameter 60 mm. Obverse with large national eagle, reverse “For Services to Domestic Animal Breeding”.

Large pin-back badge, silver gilt, the center finely enameled. Reverse with thin horizontal pin, engraved award number 237, below stamped “Deschler München - Silber - 900”. Lightly worn, condition 2. Includes the matching miniature with identical number. Tall oval pin-back badge, height 24 mm, silver gilt. Reverse with vertical pin attachment, award number 237, with maker's mark “Silber 900 - Deschler, München”. Complete in the rare red presentation case, interior lined with wine-red velvet and fitted bed for the large badge; the miniature has no separate compartment. Lightly worn in very fine condition.
Extremely rare as a complete set; in over 35 years of business, this is the only complete set we have ever offered.

The Reich Culture Chamber (RKK) was an institution established at the instigation of Reich Minister for Public Enlightenment and Propaganda Joseph Goebbels for the coordination of all areas of cultural life and for regulating the social and economic affairs of cultural professionals. The Reich Culture Chamber was headquartered in Berlin.

On November 15, 1935, the Reich Culture Senate was established for persons who had rendered exceptional service to cultural life. In practice, this Senate had merely representative functions. Members included the Chamber President, the respective Presidential Councilors, the Vice Presidents and Executive Directors of the Reich Culture Chamber, and members who bore the title “Reich Culture Administrator” until 1938. Additionally, prominent artists aligned with National Socialist ideology were appointed as Culture Senators.

on ribbon section, condition 2.

Stickpin cross, typical manufacture by Godet firm, however without maker's mark, slightly convex with applied eagle, reverse with pin attachment. In lightly worn, undamaged condition.

The Merit Cross of the German Red Cross Badge of Honor from 1937 ranks between the 1st Class and 2nd Class of the Badge of Honor. The 3rd Form of the Badge of Honor was introduced on April 6, 1937 through statutory amendment. The award of the 3rd Form of the German Red Cross Badge of Honor ended after the establishment of the Badge of Honor for German Public Welfare on July 1, 1939. Due to the very short period of award, these badges of honor are rare. Exact award numbers are not known.

Manufactured by Godet, Berlin. Silver breast star, 8-pointed, For the 1st Class, to distinguish it from the Grand Cross, the eagles in the corners were not gilded but silvered. Diameter 80 mm, reverse of pin stamped “900” silver and “21” as maker's mark. Lightly worn, Condition 2.

Gilt bronze, on ribbon with pin-back device. Condition 2+.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal with enamel, minor enamel damage, condition 2-.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, partially enameled, with sewn ribbon and pin-back attachment. Ribbon faded on obverse.

Medal “For Loyalty in Work”, fine zinc, with swastika, in original case, condition 2.

Fine zinc, condition 2.

Insignia on broad sash. Manufactured by Godet firm, Berlin. Silver gilt, finely enameled on both sides, diameter 60 mm, stamped in upper ring “900” silver and “L/50” maker's mark. Lightly worn, condition 2. Includes the sash, still unassembled.

Gilt bronze, on ribbon with pin-back attachment.

Admiral Fontana received in 1938 the Merit Cross of the Order of the German Eagle 1st Class and in 1942 the 1st Class with Swords!
Both pieces are manufactured by Godet, Berlin.
German Order of the Eagle Merit Cross 1st Class Neck Cross. Fire-gilt silver, finely enameled on both sides. Stamped “900” silver on reverse in ring. Complete with long neck ribbon. In matching presentation case, interior impressed “Orden vom 'Deutschen Adler Verdienstkreuz 1. Stufe”. Unworn, in very good condition. Accompanied by the large award certificate issued to “Kapitän zur See Herrn Sergio Fontana”, dated “Berlin, den 1. Mai 1938”. Complete with white envelope with gold-printed national eagle, statute booklet and inscribed mailing envelope.
German Order of the Eagle Merit Cross 1st Class with Swords. Neck Cross. Fire-gilt silver, finely enameled on both sides, stamped in ring “900” and “L/50”, with long neck ribbon. Complete in presentation case with impressed lining “Verdienstkreuz 1.Stufe des Ordens vom Deutschen Adler mit Schwertern”. Unworn, condition 1a. Accompanied by the large award certificate issued to “Kapitän zur See Herrn Sergio Fontana”, dated “Berlin, den 12. Februar 1942”. Complete with white envelope with gold-printed national eagle.
Award certificate for the Iron Cross 1939 2nd Class, issued to “Konteradmiral Sergio Fontana”, dated “Hauptquartier, den 15. Januar 1943”, with original signature “Der Oberbefehlshaber Süd Kesselring Generalfeldmarschall”. Condition 2+.
Furthermore, a very fine commemorative photo album for the launching of the Italian submarine Sommergibile “Neghelli” in La Spezia 1936. (The submarine was sunk in 1941 by HMS “Greyhound”). Another photo album of the Admiral with photographs and newspaper clippings, partly hand-inscribed: fleet maneuvers etc., with a telegram to him at the back. Additionally 29 partly large-format photographs of the Italian Navy, mostly press photos, inscribed on reverse.

A very fine estate, which we were able to purchase directly from private ownership.

38 mm in “block letters”. Manufactured from fine zinc, produced by the Hauptmünzamt in Wien, marked “30” in the suspension ring, bronzing faded, complete with original ribbon and pin back. Condition 2.

Silver-plated bronze alloy, on the fire brigade helmet with swastika coat of arms, on original triangular ribbon. Condition 2.
This honor badge was instituted on April 26, 1934 by the Provinzial-Feuerwehrverband Hannover (Provincial Fire Brigade Association Hannover).

Fine zinc, with pin back brooch. Condition 2.

Large silver winner’s medal “Emmentaler Käse” (Emmental Cheese), fine zinc 60 mm, in black presentation case with silver printing, interior with silk lining and velvet inlay, the silver plating faded, condition 2.

Large portable medal “Provinzial-Pferde-Ausstellung 1936” (Provincial Horse Exhibition 1936), diameter 50 mm, hollow construction, silver-plated, without ribbon. Condition 2.

Made of silver, obverse features the portrait of Adolf Hitler, reverse inscribed “Für Verdienste um die soziale Wohlfahrt”, with long pin. Complete in the special presentation case of brown suede, lid stamped in gold with swastika in oak leaf wreath, front with special clasp. Lightly worn, condition 2.

The NSV Honor Badge “For Merit in Social Welfare” (Adolf Hitler) was awarded in silver and gold.
Extremely rare, in over 30 years this is only the 1st silver example we have been able to offer.

Neck cross, gilt base metal with enamel on both sides, with applied eagle, on resoldered ring with suspension loop. With neck ribbon section. Condition 2-3

on ribbon with pin-back attachment, condition 2.

Bronzed non-ferrous metal, on ribbon, in original award packet “Carl Poellath Schrobenhausen”, Condition 2.

Silver-plated aluminum on ribbon with pin back, in slightly damaged presentation case. Condition 2.

Bronze portable medal “For Achievements in Fruit Growing”, diameter 50.5 mm.

Large pinback badge, manufactured in silver, Prussian eagle with swastika, inscription “Für Verdienst um das Gruben-Rettungs-Wesen” (For Merit in Mine Rescue Service), diameter 45 mm. Reverse marked “Preuss. Staatsmuenze Feinsilber” (Prussian State Mint Fine Silver), with horizontal pin. Worn condition.

Aluminum, on ribbon with pin back, condition 2.

Toned non-ferrous metal, on ribbon with pin bar.

Pin-back cross, manufactured by Godet Berlin. Silver gilt, reverse of pin marked with silver fineness hallmark “900”. In very good condition. In large presentation case, velvet-lined interior, silk lining printed with “Verdienstkreuz II. Stufe des Ordens vom Deutschen Adler” (Merit Cross 2nd Class of the Order of the German Eagle). Condition 2.

on ribbon with sewn pin bar, in damaged presentation case with label of Wächtler & Lange Mittweida i. Sa., condition 2.

Gold-plated non-ferrous metal, the enamel with light hairline cracks, on ribbon, condition 2-3.

Gilt base metal, with ribbon.

Silver-plated base metal, on long ribbon, in presentation packet printed with “Medaille für deutsche Volkspflege.”, maker “Hauptmünzamt Wien.” The packet is minimally torn.

Silver-plated brooch with inscription "25 Jahre im Dienste der Pfälzischen Wirtschaft" (25 Years in Service of the Palatinate Economy) with swastikas. Reverse with horizontal pin. Condition 2.

small gold winner's medal “Dauerware” (durable goods), 38 mm, fine zinc, in black presentation case with silver imprint, condition 2.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, diameter 42 mm, reverse with award number "360", with pin, in cardboard case with label of Deschler u. Sohn München 9, on the base with award number 360. Condition 2.

on ribbon section, condition 2.

Gilt and enameled non-ferrous metal, riveted appliques, reverse marked “B.v.A. Hülse-Berlin”, with pin back on ribbon, in award case with the coat of arms of the City of Danzig on the lid, burgundy velvet lining and silk padding with maker “Juwelier Hülse, Berlin-Baden-Baden-Wien”.

The Danzig Cross was instituted on August 31, 1939 by the Head of State of the Free City of Danzig, Gauleiter Albert Forster, and was awarded for services to the development of the NSDAP in Gau Danzig and the National Socialist state of Danzig, as well as for the development of the defense of Danzig before August 31, 1939. The design was created by Reichsbühnenbildner Benno von Arent. Awards were made primarily on the traditional day of the Danzig National Socialists, October 24, 1939. As a state decoration, the Danzig Cross was accorded equal status with the decorations of other German states from May 1, 1941.

with ribbon, condition 2.

Neck cross, gilt base metal and enameled on both sides, with applied eagle, on ring with suspension device and 44 cm long original neck ribbon. 

Silver-plated light metal, on ribbon with pin back.

multi-piece construction, with pin, approx. 35 x 25 mm. Condition 2.

26 x 21 mm, one split pin newly attached on reverse, condition 2-3.

Manufactured by Godet & Co. Berlin. The star body in silver, the applied cross is fitted into the star with separately applied eagle. Reverse with 2 hollow rivets, on convex pin. In large red presentation case with blue silk lining and velvet inlay. Also includes the rare ribbon bar with miniature device. The breast star and ribbon bar with miniature in condition 2+. Case exterior slightly scuffed, on the lid with old inventory label in Italian “.. stella Germania”, condition 2-. From the estate of an Italian diplomat. A very rare decoration set!
The Badge of Honor of the German Red Cross was instituted in 1922. In 1934 it was modified by the President of the DRK, Duke Carl Eduard of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, and provided with new statutes. After the National Socialists' seizure of power, the statutes were amended again on April 6, 1937 with the approval of the Führer and Reich Chancellor, Adolf Hitler. The design was changed for all classes such that the applied eagle now holds a golden wreath with black swastika in its talons. The award of the 3rd form of the Badge of Honor of the German Red Cross ended after the institution of the Badge of Honor for German National Welfare on July 1, 1939. Due to the very short period of award, these badges are rare.

Service badge made of bronzed steel, stamped with number 648, condition 2-. Extremely rare. 

Silver-plated and toned base metal, the surrounding oak leaf wreath gilt. Upper arm of cross with number “50”. Complete with sewn ribbon, reverse with old collection label. Condition 2.

Extremely rare, no other example known to us.

Fire-gilt bronze alloy, five-fold grooved with 2 oak leaf sprigs, condition 2+. Remaining stock from the firm Godet, Berlin.

Gilt bronze, on ribbon with pin-back attachment. Condition 2+.

Base metal, on ribbon, condition 2.

on long ribbon, in presentation case "Richard Sieper & Söhne Lüdenscheid". Condition 2-

on ribbon, in original presentation case with maker “Carl Poellath Schrobenhausen/Obb.”, case condition 2-, Cross of Honor condition 2.

on ribbon with sewn-on pin-back attachment, in damaged presentation case. 

Round pin-back badge, silver-plated base metal, diameter 42 mm, reverse with award number “632”, with horizontal pin. Worn piece in good condition, very rare.

Silver-plated light metal with polished edges and swastika, on long ribbon, condition 2.

Medal, manufactured in silver, “Für Treue in der Arbeit” (For Loyalty in Work) with swastika, reverse hallmarked “800” silver, on red-white ribbon. Condition 2+.

Medal made of non-ferrous metal, bronzed, “Für Treue in der Arbeit” (For Loyalty in Work) with swastika, on red-white ribbon. Condition 2+.

Medal made of bronzed fine zinc “Für Treue in der Arbeit” (For Loyalty in Labor) with swastika, on red-white ribbon. Condition 2

large bronze winner's medal “Sauermilch-Käse” (sour milk cheese), fine zinc 60 mm. Condition 2.

Gilt bronze, on ribbon with pin-back fastener. Condition 2+.

Silver-plated light metal, on ribbon bar, condition 2.

Stick pin badge, toned base metal, enameled center. Reverse of pin marked with maker "Wilhelm Fühner, Pforzheim", award number 1500.

Aluminum, on ribbon with wear pin, condition 2.

Bronze-plated base metal, execution in Fraktur script, on sewn ribbon with center stripe and pin-back brooch, condition 2

Base metal, on ribbon, condition 2.

2nd pattern with swastika, silver-plated non-ferrous metal, on original ribbon with pin.

Silver-plated base metal, partially gilt, center in black enamel, complete with original ribbon and pin-back device. Showing evident wear, enamel damaged. Condition 3.

Silver-plated base metal, partially gilt, center in black enamel, complete with original ribbon and pin back. Condition 2

2nd Pattern. Manufactured by C.F.Zimmermann in Pforzheim. Gold-plated fine zinc, reverse with pin back made of non-ferrous metal, gold-plated and polished. The award date 8.2.44 and award number 8 engraved on the reverse. In large presentation case. These cases for the German Cross in Gold were stored at Zimmermann in Pforzheim and were used here for the Todt Prize due to lack of available cases. On the bottom of the case again the notation of award number 8. Accompanied by a photograph of Dr. Ing. Franz Pölzguter after the presentation of the prize in February 1944. Also included is a copy from the Breisgauer Nachrichten from February 9, 1944 about the establishment and first presentation of the Dr. Fritz Todt Prize. The award was made following a rally in a Berlin armaments plant by Reich Minister Speer and Reich Leader Dr. Ley in Class I to “Dr. Ing. Franz Pölzguter from Holzheim (Oberb.), through years of difficult experiments Dr. Pölzguter succeeded in implementing new findings in steel preparation into practice.” Pölzguter was managing director of Hochfrequenz-Tiegelstahl GmbH. 2000kg and 6000kg high-frequency furnaces as well as a welding electrode factory and a wire drawing mill were built, and large centrifugal casting machines for steel tubes (gun barrels) were developed.
The Dr. Fritz Todt Prize was established by decree on November 12, 1943 by Adolf Hitler, the first award was made on February 8, 1944. The prize was awarded in 3 classes: Gold, Silver and Steel. Persons were decorated for special inventive achievements of outstanding importance to the national community, particularly for improvements to weapons, ammunition and war materiel or for savings of resources such as raw materials, labor or energy consumption. The badge of honor was awarded with a certificate and a cash prize. This was 50,000 Reichsmark for the Gold class, 30,000 RM for Silver and 10,000 RM for Steel.
The Gold badge of honor was awarded by Adolf Hitler on the recommendation of the Leader of the German Labor Front, Dr. Robert Ley, and the Chief of the Main Office for Technology of the NSDAP, Reich Minister Albert Speer.
The Silver class and Steel class were awarded by the Gauleiter on the recommendation of the Gau administrator of the German Labor Front and the Gau office leader for Technology of the NSDAP. The award dates were September 4 and February 8, the birthday and death day respectively of Minister Todt. The prize money was reduced to 2000 Reichsmark for all classes from April 1944.
Dr. Fritz Todt was responsible from 1933 as Inspector General for Road Construction, among other things for the Autobahn construction. From 1940 he was Reich Minister for Armament and Ammunition and thus responsible for the entire war industry. In 1942 Dr. Todt was killed in an aircraft crash.