Prussia

Blackened iron core, on ribbon, with marking in ring "M". Condition 2.

Blackened iron core, marked in ring with manufacturer "KAG", with ribbon, condition 2-

Blackened iron core, with maker mark in ring "KO", on ribbon, condition 2.

Blackened iron core, with maker mark in ring "KO", on ribbon, condition 2.

Gilt bronze, without edge inscription, on ribbon. Condition 2.

Silver frame with black enameled core, red cross applied to center, reverse with minor enamel losses and silver inlay crown AW 1870-1871, on ladies' ribbon bow. Condition 2.

Cast iron from the Royal Prussian Foundries, 1st quarter of the 18th century.
This model was produced in various sizes. Illustrated in the Price-Courant Gleiwitz, under No. 608 Statue No.3 Frederick II, measurement 7' Prussian = 183 mm. The sword is missing.
Compare collection Staatliche Schlösser u. Gärten, Schloss Charlottenburg.

This represents a typical award from World War I. Manufactured by Godet & Sohn Berlin, stamped in the lower cross arm “J.G.u.S. 938”, removed from the medal bar. Included is the matching ribbon with metal mount for the field tunic and the buttonhole decoration for civilian suit. Condition 2
Also included is the veteran's buttonhole miniature from the post-1945 period.

This piece comes directly from family ownership and has never been in a collection.

Fine zinc, on triangular ribbon with push button

Bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschuetz” (From Captured Cannon), on original silk ribbon.

Iron core black lacquered, marked "G" in the ring.

This piece was manufactured in the 1920s/1930s. Gold-plated base metal, struck on one side, the obverse finely enameled. Suspended from a ribbon bar made from an authentic neck ribbon section with applied swords, pin-back mounting on reverse. Some minor enamel damage, condition 2-. Most likely this was a piece for the decoration cushion of a deceased veteran, or an exhibition or display piece from that period.

Secondary pieces from this era appear regularly on the market. Due to daily wear of the awarded crosses, most pieces exhibited more or less significant enamel damage. For this reason, many officers and veterans purchased corresponding secondary pieces to continue wearing them.

Iron core slightly convex. Heavily worn, variant pin.

Bronze, without ribbon, suspension loop newly soldered, used condition.

Decoration instituted on August 23, 1851 by King Friedrich Wilhelm IV for members of the Prussian military and civil servants who distinguished themselves in combat against the insurgents during the Revolution of 1848/1849.

Circa 1870. Ribbon of the Commemorative Cross of 1866 with attached tassel. The ribbon shortened. Typical signs of use and age. Condition 2.

Silver, on large suspension bar.

Blackened iron, without pin. Condition 2.

Large miniature for the medal chain. Silver 4-pointed star, medallion in gold and finely enameled. Height 22 mm (without ring). Condition 2+. Rare.

Iron, diameter 50 mm, in cardboard case with label depicting the Christianenheim Erfurt, Condition 2
The medal was instituted in 1914 by Paul von Breitenbach as Minister of Public Works (1906-1918). The Eisenbahn Töchterhort was a charitable foundation of the State Railway established on May 25, 1908. Empress and Queen Auguste Victoria assumed the protectorate and honorary chairmanship. In spring 1909, the newly constructed “Christianenheim” was opened in Erfurt

“War Merit”, marked “Z” next to the suspension loop, silver-plated, condition 2

Gilt bronze, finely grained arms with polished border and ribbon ring, condition 2.

Manufactured in gold, finely enameled on both sides, the medallion with fine gold dust painting, purple eagle with the Hohenzollern shield on its breast. In the lower cross arm on the cylinder with maker's mark “HZ” for the jeweler Hanff & Zimmermann, Berlin. Complete with original ribbon in original presentation case. Lightly worn, with minor enamel damage on the right edge of the obverse medallion.
Condition 2, a beautiful piece.

Medal for IX years, on ribbon, condition 2.

Iron core broken, on the pin with manufacturer’s marking.

25 mm, silver, reverse inscribed "Krieger Verdienst", on 25 mm wide ribbon.
From 1888, the medal was also awarded on white-black ribbon to non-combatants. Furthermore, the medal was also used as a bravery decoration in the colonies for native soldiers and non-commissioned officers who fought on the German side. During World War I, the medal was also awarded to allied soldiers.

Medal in gilt bronze, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Iron core, marked WS on reverse next to the pin. 

Aluminum, condition 2.

Iron core slightly convex. Reverse with threaded post and retaining nut. Condition 2+.

This is an American-made patriotic brooch for German-Americans, probably as a donation for war orphans in Germany. One-piece construction, the center blackened, height 26 mm, reverse marked with manufacturer “D. Childs & Co. Chicago”, with horizontal pin. Condition 2. 

Awarded version made of captured cannon bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Guns). Suspension ring broken. Condition 2.

This is a typical award from World War I, marked in the lower cross arm "938", with fine patina.

Iron core slightly domed. Back plate with threaded post, hallmark 900 silver and coat of arms shield, polished cross-shaped washer with hallmark 500 silver, wing nut with hallmark "800" silver and "D.R.G.M. 653146" as well as maker "PM". Lightly worn, condition 2.

This is a typical production by Steinhauer & Lück from the 1960s. The cross and oak leaves are silver gilt (marked 800), enameled, on a long prepared neck ribbon section. Condition 2.

Iron core, silver fineness hallmark 800 on the pin.

Steel version, awarded piece, with sewn ribbon rosette.

Cross with sharp-edged arms, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Cannon), on replaced ribbon. Worn condition, Grade 3.

Instituted on December 24, 1813 by King Friedrich Wilhelm III. This medal was instituted together with the medals for 1813 and 1813/14. The medal for 1815 was instituted later on October 30, 1815. This decoration was awarded to those combatants who participated in the War of Liberation against Napoleon in 1813 and actually fought. Prerequisites were faithful service and no criminal offenses or excesses during the fighting. After the death of the recipient, the medals were to be transferred to the responsible parish and name lists compiled. Medals were manufactured with round cross arms (so-called Paris manufacture) and medals with sharp-edged cross arms (so-called Berlin manufacture).

with ribbon bar

Fine zinc, on original ribbon, condition 2.

The flag finial made of fire-gilded brass bronze, at the center a laurel wreath with riveted Grand Cross in silver frame, blackened iron core. Museum-quality piece with typical age patina, in beautiful untouched original condition. During World War I, the color was still carried in the field and sustained damage.

After the 1870/71 campaign, the Kaiser awarded all Prussian battalion colors that stood “under enemy fire” the new flag finials with the Iron Cross as a decoration. The cross set in the flag finial is identical to the Grand Crosses of the Iron Cross 1870 awarded during the campaign. Very rare and a highly desirable piece for any Iron Cross collector.
Compare Dr. F. Wernitz/V. Simons “Das Eiserne Kreuz 1813 1870 1914 Geschichte und Bedeutung einer Auszeichnung” page 156 ff.

Blackened iron core, with manufacturer marking "K.O.", in case with EK imprint, interior with purple velvet lining and white paper backing.

On individual mount bar, condition 2.

one-piece construction, non-magnetic.

Version 1888 - 1916, gilt bronze, on original ribbon. Condition 2.

Iron core, marking in ring "CD 800"

Stationed at Görlitz/Lauban, circa 1913. Gilt base metal, condition 2.

Blued iron core, slightly convex. Reverse with threaded post, washer and wing nut, condition 2.

Large teapot of black basalt ceramic with round, elongated form, the domed lid formed with reed decoration with finial modeled with flowers and fruits (glued), the flared neck with basal laurel frieze, the body on one side modeled with a bust of Wellington, as a symbol of British success Britannia crowning the victorious field commander with a laurel wreath while the winged figure of Fame blows into a horn. Below the banner scroll “WELLINGTON”, on the other side oval laurel wreath with Wellington's military victories “India, Portugal & Spain”, below “Vittoria 21st. june 1813”, on the handle in the form of a mythical sea serpent a metal loop with chain and hook for the tea infuser, the spout in the form of a lion's head with neck. Height approx. 23 cm, width approx. 28 cm.

At the Battle of Vitoria on June 21, 1813, English, Portuguese and Spanish troops under the supreme command of Wellington fought against French forces, which were under the nominal supreme command of Joseph Bonaparte, but were commanded by Marshal Jourdan. The French lost the battle, fled and left behind a large quantity of booty and artillery pieces on the battlefield.

Brass bronze, the cross with sharp-edged arms, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Cannon)

Gilt non-ferrous metal, finely enameled on both sides, on miniature “neck ribbon”, Condition 2

Gun bronze, on original ribbon, condition 2
Instituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II for the 100th anniversary of the 2nd Kurhessian Infantry Regiment No. 82 on November 30, 1913. Only approximately 170 awards are known.

pin soldered on reverse, condition 2

Campaign ribbon of the War Commemorative Medal 1870/71, with battle clasp "Montmedy" in the special curved version for the flag ribbon. Condition 2.

with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Cannon).
The Medal for 1815 was instituted on October 30, 1815. This decoration was awarded to those combatants who participated in the War of Liberation against Napoleon and had not already received a commemorative medal for the years 1813, 1814. Prerequisites were faithful service and no criminal offense or excess during the fighting. After the death of the recipient, the medals were to be transferred to the responsible parish and name lists were to be compiled. Medals were produced with rounded cross arms (so-called Paris manufacture) and medals with sharp-edged cross arms (so-called Berlin manufacture).

Iron core, reverse marked with silver fineness hallmark 925, the repaired pin missing, frame partially open, condition 3.

Gilt bronze

Very fine craftsmanship in gold by the court jewelers Wagner & Sohn in Berlin, circa 1900. Gold, hollow construction, polished edges, finely enameled on both sides, eagles lacquered black, engraved mark “W” in upper cross arm, with original ribbon section. Condition 2+.

On individual mounting bar, Condition 2.

Silver-plated non-ferrous metal, with separately applied medallions. Complete on original ribbon section, Condition 2

Awarded piece in gun bronze, on original period ribbon.

Reduced size. Blackened iron core with genuine silver frame, 26 mm, on sewn ribbon for non-combatants, reverse with attachment button “J. Godet & Sohn Berlin”. Condition 2. Very rare.

Reduction circa 1880, the blackened core non-magnetic, height 36 mm, on long ribbon, condition 2.

Gilt bronze, without edge inscription, on ribbon. Condition 2.

circa 1915. 46 mm, hand-embroidered version for the field-gray uniform. Unworn, still with original wrapping paper. Condition 2+.

Cross with iron core and silver frame. The case covered with textured paper measures approximately 80 x 65 x 20 mm. The lid with surrounding silver trim. Interior of lid lined with cotton, velvet insert with embossed fitting.

Manufactured by Wagner & Sohn during World War I period, gilt silver, finely enameled on both sides, stamped “838 W” in the lower cross arm. Worn, with minor surface damage, Condition 2.

Manufactured from captured cannon bronze, on new ribbon.

Cast iron, 43 x 45 mm, obverse inscribed “For Kultur”, condition 2.
The so-called Shame Crosses were produced by the English/French side as propaganda material. They were dropped over the German main battle line on the Western Front to demoralize German troops, albeit in vain.

Location Berlin, wearable medal gilt, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschuetz” (From Captured Cannon), on ribbon.

Iron core slightly convex. The threaded pin loose included, in the upper arm with silver fineness hallmark 800

Iron core slightly convex. Reverse with threaded sleeve and large starburst screwback disc.

flat construction, core non-magnetic, attached to flat backing plate and screw disc. Worn condition, Condition Grade 2.

The one-piece frame fitted with silver backplate, variant blackened iron core with break. Certainly a period manufacture for decorative or exhibition purposes.

With pin bar, reverse marked “GL”, condition 2.

Iron core.

Gilt cross, on original ribbon, condition 2.

This is a special individual fabrication for the tunic. The representation of the iron core in black silk rep, around the edge a thin continuous silver cord. The silver bezel embroidered in high relief with silver thread, the corners reinforced with sequins and silver wire, on the 4 cross arms each with 2 attachment loops, reverse with old paper backing. Height 42 mm. Worn piece with beautiful patina. Condition 2.
An extremely rare individual piece, very seldom found!

Gilt bronze, variant by Zimmermann with ball suspension, the ring with hallmark “D”.

Iron core slightly domed. Reverse with coat of arms hallmark. Worn condition.

Fine zinc, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Clasp, condition 2.

with ribbon, condition 2.

The flag case finial made of brass bronze, fire-gilded, height 18.5 cm. Both sides with applied crowned cipher “FWR”. Lower edge with stamped production number 108. Light traces of use, the original gilding still very well preserved, with typical signs of use and age, in untouched original condition.

Manufactured by Friedländer firm, from 1914. The breast star in silver, the appliqués silver-gilt, finely enameled. Reverse with gilt pin, below the catch with maker's scratch mark “FR” and marking “S” for silver.

blackened iron core slightly convex. Reverse marked 800 silver, with threading and large ray screw disc with soldered nut. 

date no longer legible, with rim inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Cannon), on new ribbon. Condition 3.

Base metal, without ribbon, condition 2.

with ribbon.

Core non-magnetic. Worn, condition 2.

Silver medal, diameter 28 mm, obverse featuring the crowned cipher “W”, reverse inscribed “Annaburg den 3. August 1888” within an oak leaf wreath. Complete in original case. Condition 2. The medal was awarded in limited numbers only to the instructors.

In 1877, the Prussian War Ministry established the Non-Commissioned Officer Preparatory Schools. The first preparatory school was established in 1877 in Weilburg. In 1880, Annaburg (Saxony) followed as an expansion of the old military boys' institution located there. The third preparatory school was established in 1888 in Neubreisach. In 1891, a preparatory school was opened in Jülich, alongside the Non-Commissioned Officer School. Additional preparatory schools were established in 1894 in Fürstenfeldbruck in Bavaria, in 1896 in Bartenstein, and in 1897 in Greifenberg. In the Kingdom of Saxony, a preparatory school was established in Marienberg.
The preparatory school students were not military personnel. In contrast to the Non-Commissioned Officer School, where military training was the primary objective, the preparatory school was intended to provide the general intellectual and moral foundation as well as physical fitness required for the future military profession.

After two years of training, students were transferred to the Non-Commissioned Officer School. The Non-Commissioned Officer Preparatory Schools initially had only two companies. Those who came to the Non-Commissioned Officer School as preparatory school students could complete their training after only two years, while the training of non-commissioned officer candidates from the troops lasted three years.

Variant with “Koenig”, silver-plated, on original ribbon, condition 2+.

Core one-piece non-magnetic. The threaded sleeve slightly angled. Thin washer and knurled screw.

Iron core, heavily worn

Awarded example from the foundation period with the core from the Berlin iron foundry. The core with fracture.

Buttonhole miniature 25 mm. Gilt base metal, enameled on both sides, with suspension chain. In good condition.

silver-plated version, Iron Cross with black lacquer finish, attachment loop soldered on, condition 2.
This model is illustrated on page 386 in the reference work “Das Eiserne Kreuz 1813-1870-1914 Geschichte und Bedeutung einer Auszeichnung” by Dr. Wernitz/Simons

Blackened iron core, reverse with maker's mark "WS", condition 2.

Order of Saint Tamara, breast star, the medallion blue enameled and silver-plated, the pin marked Friedrich Sedlatzek Berlin, with the award document for Lance Corporal Rühl in Detachment v. Apell of the Command of the German Troops in the Caucasus with illustration of the order star.
Schaumburg-Lippe Cross for Loyal Service 1914 in presentation case, with the award document for Lance Corporal Rühl in the 3rd Company Reserve Jäger Battalion No. 7 dated February 23rd, 1917.
Iron Cross 1914 2nd Class, with the provisional certificate for Lance Corporal of the Landwehr Rühl in the 3rd Company Reserve Jäger Battalion No. 7 dated January 29, 1918, issued by the Royal Bavarian 29th Infantry Regiment (Jäg.Regt.).

Iron core, marked CD 800 on the reverse plate.

lightweight construction, blackened iron core.

Fine zinc, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Slightly vaulted design, blackened iron core, on silver back plate, unmarked. Lightly worn, condition 2.

Iron core, maker's mark on reverse.

Home garrison Metz in Lorraine. Silver-plated zinc alloy, with ribbon.
The Battle of Mont Cornillet in 1917 was part of the larger Battle of the Aisne and Champagne during World War I, which extended over several months, with major engagements in May and July. French troops attacked the ridge considered impregnable, which was defended by the Germans. The fighting was particularly fierce and led to heavy casualties, culminating in the tragic disaster in the Cornillet Tunnel, where on May 20, 1917, nearly all German soldiers in the tunnel perished due to exploding shells and gas.

Iron core slightly convex. Reverse with silver fineness hallmark 800 below the pin.

3 badges, condition 2.

This is an American-made patriotic brooch for German-Americans, probably as a donation for war orphans in Germany. One-piece construction, blackened center, height 26 mm, reverse marked with manufacturer “D. Childs & Co. Chicago”, with pin back. Condition 2.

Bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschuetz” (From Captured Cannon), on original silk ribbon.

Iron core, marked in ring “CD 800”

Condition 2

Medal for IX years, on 25 mm ribbon, condition 2. Includes matching miniature on buttonhole ribbon.

with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Cannon), with sharp-edged cross arms.

Silver cross, 31.5 mm, the medallions enameled sky blue, obverse with silver "L" (Queen Luise) and 7 stars, reverse with date of foundation 1865, manufactured by court jeweler Wagner & Sohn, lower arm of cross with scratch mark "W". On oval ribbon ring with ladies' bow of the ribbon of the Royal Hohenzollern House Order and attached pin back.

This piece is a blank, circa 1925. The cross made of base metal, struck on both sides, not yet cut out. A remnant piece from an order manufacturing facility. Condition 2. An interesting documentary piece. 
Second pieces from this period appear regularly. Due to the daily wearing of the awarded crosses during World War I, most pieces had more or less significant enamel damage. For this reason, many officers who served in the Reichswehr and Wehrmacht after 1918 purchased corresponding second pieces to continue wearing them.

This is a second strike or collector's piece made after 1945. Gilt base metal, finely enameled on both sides, height 40 mm, on old neck ribbon section.

Bronze

Worn condition, Grade 2.

Neck cross, gilt bronze, the fine enamel slightly damaged. With black neck ribbon section.

This piece is a typical World War I production by the firm Johann Wagner & Sohn, Berlin, circa 1917. Silver gilt, finely enameled on both sides. Obverse with superficial enamel chipping on the left arm of the cross. Top with the so-called “Baroque eyelet” and gilt suspension ring. The suspension ring marked “800”. Lower arm of the cross marked “W” and “938” for silver. Weight 26.4 grams. Complete with an original 19 cm length of ribbon. Lightly worn, in good condition.

Blackened cast iron, on long original period ribbon. Lightly worn in good condition. Very rarely found with the original ribbon!

Gilt bronze, finely grained arms with polished border, on large ribbon ring, condition 2.

Blackened iron core, with maker mark in ring “Fr”, on ribbon. Condition 2.

Blackened iron core, with maker's mark in ring “SW”, on ribbon. Condition 2.

Very rare wartime production by Godet & Sohn from the period 1925-1935, silver, edges polished, the crown movably attached to the hinge with red translucent enamel, the swords gilt with remnants of the original zapon lacquer in the area of the grips, the medallion separately applied, the eagle finely painted with gold lacquer painting.

This is a very fine Berlin luxury production circa 1830. At this time, breast stars were still awarded in hand-embroidered execution. Silver breast star, the rays hollow-worked from multiple segments. The center white enameled, the applied Red Eagle and the surrounding inscription mounted in gold, the eagle finely enameled with short wings and the white-black Hohenzollern shield on the breast. Reverse with wide pin, the former leather covering is missing. Lightly worn with typical wear and age traces in very fine condition.

Award piece in exemplary manufacture by the Berlin Mint. Pin-back cross, silver gilt, the cross arms with red glass flux. Reverse with round pin and roller hinge. Complete with original presentation case of red leather, interior with black velvet bed and white silk lining. 
The Red Cross Medal was instituted by King Wilhelm II on October 1, 1898 in three classes for merit in voluntary nursing care by men and women in war and peace. The first class was awarded very sparingly and predominantly to high-ranking personalities from the circles of nobility and high nobility, business, administration and military medical services.
A total of 260 examples were manufactured at the Berlin Mint.

Core of blackened iron, silver fineness hallmark 800 on reverse plate, worn condition.

25 mm, silver, reverse inscribed “Krieger Verdienst”, on ribbon
From 1888 onwards, the medal was also awarded on a white-black ribbon to non-combatants. Furthermore, the medal was also used as a bravery decoration in the colonies for native soldiers and non-commissioned officers who fought on the German side. During World War I, the medal was also awarded to allied soldiers.

Silver cross, the medallion of porcelain with fine hand-painting, on ring, without maker's mark. The former swords were removed in period. 

Gold-plated bronze alloy, polished edges, on old original ribbon. Condition 2+.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, without ribbon, condition 2.

gilt, condition 2

On single mount, condition 2.

Manufactured in the 1920s by Steinhauer & Lück. Magnetic core, nickel silver frame.

Iron core, marking in ring "CD 800"

convex blackened iron core, convex backing disc and knurled screw. Worn, condition 2.

Buttonhole decoration, enamel slightly damaged, condition 2

Bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschuetz” (From Captured Cannons), on ribbon.

Gilt gun bronze, on original ribbon, condition 2-3
The following regiments were eligible for award:
Fusilier Regiment General-Feldmarschall Prinz Albrecht von Preußen (Hannoversches) Nr. 73,
Hannoversches Jäger-Bataillon Nr. 10,
Hussar Regiment Königin Wilhelmina der Niederlande (Hannoversches) Nr. 15,
Field Artillery Regiment von Scharnhorst (1. Hannoversches) Nr. 10.

 "Wilhelm II. Deutscher Kaiser König von Preussen", silver, diameter 28.5 mm, 950 SILVER

Hollow shell with attached Iron Cross and small medal “Einig und treu” (United and Loyal), Condition 2.

Gilt bronze, finely grained arms with polished border, on small ribbon ring, condition 2.

with velvet-covered cardboard insert with ribbons, in large case, stone gray with embossed Iron Crosses. Approx. 135 x 135 x 15 mm. Case somewhat damaged.

with inscription "Aus erobertem Geschütz" (From Captured Cannon), condition 2.

Bronze, without ribbon, suspension loop newly soldered, used condition.

Decoration instituted on August 23, 1851 by King Friedrich Wilhelm IV for members of the Prussian military and civil servants who distinguished themselves in combat against the insurgents during the Revolution of 1848/1849.

Iron core, heavily worn or damaged condition.

Clasp, condition 2.

Manufactured in the 1930s, one-piece construction, non-magnetic, mounted on round rayed disc.

Gold and enamel, without ribbon. The order's motto and the crowned cipher “F” of the order's founder fired in gold foil. Significant enamel damage, well repaired in period, the eagle in the lower left arm of the cross was restored in period.

The eagles between the arms of the cross in the form of the Russian double-headed eagle, crowned and finely chased.

Very finely crafted example. The execution with crowned double-headed eagles indicates private Russian manufacture. Complete with golden round neck ring and the original worn period neck ribbon. Worn piece with the described wear and age characteristics, condition 2-.


Of the order awards during the Napoleonic Wars under King Friedrich Wilhelm III, a considerable number went to officers of the allied Russian Army.

As can be seen in numerous contemporary portraits, these recipients often had insignia manufactured at private expense, which occasionally deviate significantly from the official form.

Nevertheless, this piece is a typical example from the Wars of Liberation and a significant and highly interesting documentary piece of the Prussian-Russian brotherhood in arms in the fight against Napoleon.
To our knowledge, the only known example with Russian double-headed eagles.

Significant museum-quality piece of the greatest rarity.

This piece is illustrated and described in Karsten Klingbeil/Andreas Thies, Orden 1700-2000, Volume III, pp. 62-63, No. 1515.

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Cast iron, 43 x 45 mm, obverse with naming of French cities “Rheims-Amiens-Louvain”, center W and cross, reverse with naming of Belgian cities “Antwerp-Dinant-Ghent” W 1914, condition 2.
The so-called Shame Crosses were produced by the English/French side as propaganda tools. They were dropped over the German main line of resistance on the Western Front to demoralize German troops, but without success.

Steel version, awarded piece, with ribbon.

Gilt non-ferrous metal, without ribbon, condition 2.

small Iron Cross 1914 black enameled with oak leaves on shell guide ring, enamel is slightly damaged, on pin. 

approx. 160 x 35 mm x 30 mm, “Das Eiserne Kreuz - Hindenburg Sieges Musik”

Bronze, in case with ribbon.

25 mm, silver, reverse inscription “Krieger Verdienst”, on original ribbon. Worn condition, Grade 2

curved non-magnetic core.

Iron core, marking in ring “CD 800”

the medallion enameled, on the button with maker: J.Godet & Sohn Berlin Kgl. Hofjuweliere, condition 2

Iron core slightly curved, with genuine silver frame and reverse silver plate, reverse stamped "800" silver. Reverse with screw attachment featuring movable pin and washer. Condition 2.

Blackened iron core, the ring with marking K.A.G. 

Manufactured by C.F. Zimmermann, toned iron core.

Clasp, condition 2.

Bronze, on original ribbon. Condition 2.

Cross gilt bronze, the medallion enameled, in the lower arm of the cross engraved mark “N” of the jeweler Neuhaus, in black case with white silk lining and velvet insert, with ribbon bar.

Manufactured by Zimmermann of Pforzheim. Iron core, the back plate with silver fineness hallmark 800 and partially illegible scratched inscription “H.B. J.R. 163 21.9.1918”.

Iron core, engraved on reverse “Oblt. Wiedemann 1.b.Ers.Brig.”
The brigade was established on August 2, 1914 at the outbreak of war as the 1st Mixed Reserve Brigade and was subordinated to the Reserve Division. On October 3, 1914, it was initially transferred to the Prussian 39th Reserve Division. From April 4, 1915, the conversion of the Prussian division into a purely Bavarian major unit commenced, which was completed on February 4, 1916. It was deployed exclusively on the Western Front.

Gilt bronze, with single ribbon bar.

Bronze, diameter 33 mm. Condition 2.

with ribbon, reverse marked “Deschler München 9, Gesetzlich geschützt”. Condition 2.

Gilt bronze, smooth cross arms, on original ribbon. Worn condition, Grade 2.

Iron, dia. 50 mm, in cardboard case with label showing image of the Christianenheim Erfurt, condition 2
The medal was established in 1914 by Paul von Breitenbach as Minister of Public Works (1906-1918). The Eisenbahn Töchterhort (Railway Daughters' Welfare) was a charitable foundation of the State Railway founded on May 25, 1908. Empress and Queen Auguste Victoria assumed the protectorate and honorary chairmanship. In spring 1909, the newly constructed “Christianenheim” was opened in Erfurt.

Silver, diameter 28 mm, obverse features the portrait of the Emperor with inscription “Wilhelm II. Deutscher Kaiser König v. Preussen”, reverse “Für gutes Schiessen 1887 - Inf.Regt. Graf Barfuss (4. Westf.) No. 17” in center with dedication engraving “Unteroffizier Overhoff”. Worn, condition 2.

Manufactured by Carl Dillenius, blackened iron core, backplate marked “CD” and silver fineness hallmark “800”. Lightly worn, condition 2.

Bronze version for personnel and servants, bronze diameter 30.5 mm.

Iron core slightly convex, reverse marked "800" silver, with large backing plate and replacement knurled screw made of aluminum

Clasp, condition 2-.

Core made of black lacquered iron, marked “G” in the ring.

Silver, marked 800 on reverse plate, iron core. Condition 2-3.

circa 1915. 46 mm, hand-embroidered version for the field-gray uniform. Unworn, condition 2+.

Awarded version in gun bronze, on long original ribbon for combatants, condition 2.
The crosses with the original old ribbons are very rarely found.

Ribbon mount piece, circa 1870, non-ferrous metal, ribbon missing, condition 2.

Iron core, marking in ring "CD 800"

Clasp, condition 2-.

Silver frame with black enameled core, red cross applied in center, minor enamel chips.

Iron core slightly convex. Reverse with threaded post, flat washer and wing nut, upper arm with square punch mark for base metal.

Tall oval pin badge made of zinc, approx. 45x35 mm, reverse inscribed “In treuer Kameradschaft zur Erinnerungen gemeinsame Zeiten im Weltkrieg” (In true comradeship in remembrance of times shared in the World War). Design by O. Thiede 1917. With these badges bearing his portrait as a German and Austrian officer, the Prince presented officers and enlisted men with whom he had fought a personal commemorative token, thereby invoking the intensely experienced comradeship of the war.

Cross for XV Years, without ribbon, Condition 2.

Medal in gilt bronze, on original ribbon, condition 2.

Iron core slightly convex. Reverse with silver fineness hallmark 800.

Neck cross, manufactured in gilt bronze, circa 1920, enameled on both sides, complete with long silk neck ribbon. Lightly worn, condition 2.

16 mm, condition 2.

Bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschuetz” (From Captured Cannon), condition 2-

US manufacture circa 1918. Large Iron Cross, cast iron, height 95 mm, width 70 mm, with inscription across the entire cross "Bull shit".
The so-called Shame Crosses were produced by the English/French side as propaganda tools. They were dropped over the German main line of resistance on the Western Front to demoralize German troops, but without success.

English manufacture circa 1915. Iron Cross, cast iron, 45 x 45 mm, depicting: German eagle wearing Pickelhaube with inscription “Kultur 1915”.
The so-called Shame Crosses were produced by the English/French side as propaganda material. They were dropped over the German main line of resistance on the Western Front to demoralize German troops, albeit without success.

Awarded piece struck in gun bronze, with edge inscription “Aus erobertem Geschütz” (From Captured Guns), on original period ribbon, condition 2.
Rarely found with the original period ribbon!

blackened iron core, reverse plate marked CD and with silver fineness hallmark "800". 

Diameter 22 mm. Condition 2.

Slightly convex construction, blackened iron core, reverse plate marked with silver fineness hallmark “925” and AWES coat of arms punch mark, thin round pin. Lightly worn, condition 2.

Iron core slightly convex. 

Hollow shell with suspended Iron Cross 1914, black enameled, condition 2.

Blackened iron core, with marking in ring, in approx. 80 x 60 x 20 mm case, interior with silk lining and retention bands for the award ribbon, velvet insert with recess for the cross, the clasp is damaged, Condition 3