German Etceteras

Reichs Arbeit Dienst (RAD) gorget

099m1 - Reichs Arbeit Dienst (RAD) gorget. This gorget features the RAD insigne of the swastika on a shovel flanked by sheaves of wheat centered on the heart-shaped silver frontplate. Above the RAD insigne is the RAD motto, "Arbeit adelt", "Work enobles". The frontplate is suspended with a chain link with connectors assembly. The reverse of the frontplate is covered with field gray wool. These gorgets were worn by select members of the RAD for parades and other ceremonial events.- $1875. More Photos

Reich Luftschutzbund (RLB) enameled porcelain sign

099m2 - Reich Luftschutzbund (RLB) enameled porcelain sign. This metal backed enameled sign measures approximately 3 inches x 5 inches. The front features a deep blue enamel face with the RLB star motif above the words, "Blockwart". The sign has 4 holes into each of the four corners for attachment. I would rate this sign as near mint. $250. More Photos

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093m1 - Wehrmacht officer's aiguillette with original box. This rare silver bullion thread aiguillette comes with its original box and tissue paper stuffing. Very rare. $325. More Photos

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092m6 - German People's Radio. This rare radio was sold to German's and allowed them to listen only to state authorized radio stations. It was illegal for German citizens to listen to foreign broadcasts or not approved stations. This bakelite radio is in excellent condition featuring a miniature state eagle beneath the cloth covered speaker. $595. More Photos

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092m2 - Medium size mess serving bowl. Off-white cockery bowl. Undecorated. 8 ½ inches diameter. Eagle hallmark on bottom. No chips or cracks. Excellent condition. $ More Photos

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092m3 - Large rectangular serving bowl. White porcelain bowl measures 11 inches in diameter. Eagle KPM hallmark on bottom dated 1939. No chips or cracks. Excellent condition. $ More Photos

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092m4 - Medium size dinner plate. White, undecorated plate. Eagle marked and dated 1939 on bottom. No cracks or chips. $ More Photos

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092m5 - Large dinner plate with decorative red stripe around edge. With separate food sections. Bottom features maker's mark with swastika. $ More Photos

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092m1 - Allgemeine SS band drumsticks set with suspension frog. This rare find features nickel silver plated top ends. The black painted wood wooden sticks show use. The suspension frog is likewise black with encircled SS runics and RZM stamps on the reverse. The frog is also date stamped 1938. It is easy to imagine a proud SS drummer using this set of drumsticks in a parade held on April 20, 1938 or 1939. $475. More Photos

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091m1 - Hand carved SA Standard Bearer. Carved from a single block of wood, this highly detailed item of artwork features a SA mann wearing his kepi and holding his standard at attention. The standard itself is a work of art featuring his SA district and decorative fringe carved into the flag. Additional detail is evident in his tie pin, armband, kepi and the creases in his britches. He stands at the top of finial 15 ¾ inches tall. The base measures 3 ¾ inches across the front and 3 ½ inches deep. A great piece of hand-carved Third Reich art. $1850. More Photos

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085m1 - Luftwaffe marksman's lanyard. Nicely woven cord with silver aluminum thread. The eagle and wreath show nice detail. The blue fabric backing has deteriorated. $185. More Photos

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083m1 - Luftwaffe flying goggles by Neitche & Gunther. These rare goggles feature the adjustable hinge bridge over the nose for comfort and fit. The nose bridge and frames are made of bakelite. The lens are shatterproof plastic (plexiglass). The expandable strap is in perfect condition. The case features the words, " Fl.- Spitterschutzbrille mit Ultrasin- Glasern O Fl.30550 " and is paper lined to protect the lenses. The goggles and case are in un-issued condition. $1,500. More Photos

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082m2 - Army Feldgendarmie (field police) gorget. This piece is straight from the vet's family. The gorget retains most of its florescent finish used to distinguish the field police after dark. The chain is fully intact as is the waxed pasteboard backing. The eagle has come loose but does not threaten to detach. Overall a piece that displays well. $825.  More Photos SOLD

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082m1 - Telescopic sight for field artillery piece. This field gray finished scope features optics that allow for sighting the target. The lenses are functional with crosshairs. This piece is marked bek with the serial number , Z.F. 3 X 8. Anti -tank 37mm pak (?). $500. More Photos

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0710m3 - Luftwaffe beer bottle . This rather rare piece is perfect for the collector of Luftwaffe items. The stopper is marked Eigentum der Luftwaffe, "Property pf the Luftwaffe". The glass has "Livonia" and "Tartu" formed during the glass-blowing, manufacturing process. Along the bottom of the bottle are the words, "Mitte Muudav". It is easy to imagine this bottle being enjoyed in a Luftwaffe messhall. $225. More Photos

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079m1 - Kriegsmarine band drum with cross strap hanger and drum sticks. This drum was carried by Kriegsmarine bandsmen in parades and other formal occasions. This complete set offers a drum painted with an alternating red sawtooth design along the upper and lower edges with a white background. There is a steel midsection and an attached wire for additional percussion on the bottom. This has come unattached on one side. The drum shows use. The covered top and bottom are intact. The cross strap and brass hanger that attaches to the eyelets on the drum is a perfect fit. The cross strap's leather belt and buckle are in very good and complete condition. The drum sticks are black painted and of unequal length. They show use and have wear to their finish. I'd recommend not letting young children or musically inclined adults near this rare piece. Rare. $950. More Photos

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078m2 - Luftwaffe early style, pin-on breast eagle for the white summer tunic. These magnificent eagles where used on the summer tunic during the 1933-1934 period before they switched to the aluminum for the summer tunics. This beautiful nickel silver example is mint. It is unmarked. It would look great on a tunic that has loops. $895. More Photos

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031M5 - Luft. Ground Crew Ring. This is a high quality ring may have been purchased at the airbase canteen. Even the ground crew wanted to have a ring to commemorate their role in the service. The front plate shows a silver Luft. eagle over a circle of pistons over black onyx. There are three very minor chips in the onyx that do not detract from the ring's overall appearance. The left and right side panels show a deeply detailed propeller and wing motif. The inside of the ring band shows the silver content as 835 and the jeweler's stamp K. The front eagle piston motif is secured by 3 tiny rivets. This is a well-made offering and available for $695.  More Photos

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