Category: Awards & Medals

KVK with Swords and Packet – M386

KVK with Swords and Packet – M386

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KVK with Swords and Packet – M386

Here we have a great display example of a KVK with an original packet. Depicting crossing swords behind a cross with centered swastika, this bronze 2nd class War Merit award has a great untouched look to it. On the reverse the award is the in the same condition and instead of the swastika in the center is the year 1939. A period ribbon is in un-issued condition. The award envelope has seen it’s better days and is split down one side but is still a great addition and in displayable condition still. A 2 place ribbon bar designating the 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class from the 1st World War, and WWI veteran’s service award also accompanies this KVK. It has a pin and catch on the reverse which is functional.  $95.00

    Heer 2 Piece 4 & 12 Year Medal & Ribbon Bar Set – M384

    Heer 2 Piece 4 & 12 Year Medal & Ribbon Bar Set – M384

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    Heer 2 Piece 4 & 12 Year Medal & Ribbon Bar Set – M384

    This listing is for an outstanding tunic medal bar representing 4 & 12 year good standing service within the Wehrmacht. Both awards are die stamped steel base, with the 4 year displaying a silver wash over it’s surface, and the 12 year in gold. The awards are mounted to a parade steel framework mount, comprised of steel rings hold the medals in place and a uniform securing pin. The back is also nicely marked DRGM between the two rings. Over the framework is stretched a pleated cornflower blue ribbon with eagle emblems in gold and silver matching the medals. Also included in this offering is the small uniform 2 piece ribbon bar corresponding to the same awards. A very nice 4 & 8 year matching medal and ribbon bar set. $275.00

      Stunning Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt Wien – M375

      Stunning Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt Wien – M375

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      Stunning Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt Wien – M375

      Of all the award firms to produce wound badges during the 3rd Reich, nobody did it better than the ones marked 30, for the Hauptmunzamt company. I’m especially talking about the early tombac examples like this one, that you can sink your teeth into! At 34 grams, this silver wound badge is as nice as they get. The badge is uncleaned, with a fantastic natural silver finish and beautiful untouched patina over it’s surface. The obverse detail of a helmet / swastika with crossed swords, is absolutely the best. On the reverse the proper pin, hinge, and catch are all in place. The badge comes with it’s cased housing with simulated burgundy leather and matching velvet flocked interior. I look for these early 30 marked wound badges at the largest militaria venues, but rarely find them even there. Don’t miss this super nice example! $395.00

        Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt – M381

        Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt – M381

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        Silver Wound Badge by Hauptmunzamt – M381

        Of all the wound badges produced during the 3rd Reich, no other company came close to the ones manufactured by the firm of Hauptmunzamt. These 30 maker marked awards are ones that you can really sink your teeth into, and then make an appointment with your dentist immediately afterwards ! They are heavy, thick, have stunning detail, and a no nonsense attachment pin on the reverse. This example is a beauty, with a fantastic silver wash with has turned dark with age.  $275.00

          Luft Flak Badge – Ball -Hinge – M376

          Luft Flak Badge – Ball -Hinge – M376

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          Luft Flak Badge – Ball -Hinge – M376

          Offering an early Tombac Luftwaffe Flak badge called the “ball hinge” manufacture. These early examples are the most sought after because of the fantastic detail that they portray. Comprised of an eagle in flight with a swastika in it’s talons, and the massive “88” which rocked Europe during WWII, these are certainly one of the most popular Luftwaffe qualification badges sought by collectors. The award has a nice dark patina over it’s surface, which remains uncleaned and unpolished. This badge is complete with the proper factory hinge, pin and catch. A nice early flak badge.  $385.00

            Walter Harzer Knight’s Cross by K&Q – WH102

            Walter Harzer Knight’s Cross by K&Q – WH102

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            Walter Harzer Knight’s Cross by K&Q – WH102

            Initially about 5 years ago, the Walter Harzer grouping was ferreted out by renown 3rd Reich collectibles dealer/collector Giel van…. . He contacted us to see if we had an interest in purchasing it and we did. The adventure of U.K. collector Gary Southgate took in a ferry across the North Sea needs told first hand as it is an incredible saga in itself. Back to the collection! Among the items in this large grouping were over 130 photos, Harzer’s membership in the HAIG with correspondence memoirs, his numbered SS Honor degen, German Cross in Gold, and this cased Knight’s Cross.

            As being the commander of the 9th panzer division which held the bridge at Arnhem, temporary preventing the allies from crossing the Rhine, SS Standartenfuhrer Walter Harzer was awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross personally by Wilhelm Bittrich. This historic event in later years after the war was recorded in the book and movie titled A Bridge Too Far.

            The shown Knight’s Cross from this grouping was manufactured by the firm of Klein & Quenzer. There are many period photos and even several in this grouping, which show Harzer wearing a K&Q RK. This is noted very easily and identified by the thick donut shaped “ose” on the top frame of the award. The case for this award conforms to known period examples. It features black faux leather exterior which has rounded corners, and imprinted lid / side decorative lines. It is the proper 79mm in width,145mm in length, and 24mm in height. This case shows light wear and age, with the end portion of the top lid showing slight weakening but no separation. The interior lower compartment features recessed crushed black velvet which houses the award and the suspension loop. The upper portion holds the proper ribbon which is 17 inches in length. It appears cut on one end, as that removed section was most likely utilized in fastening the string ties, when Harzer wore the award with his uniform. As a matter of fact, that section of ribbon can be see in our listing of the funeral pillow displaying several of his medals, awards, and uniform insignia. The inside lid of the box is lined with padded rayon and extends to the lower portion creating the hinge for the 2 halves. The award itself is a stunning example of a Klein & Quenzer RK, in extremely beautiful condition. The baked flat black core displays a lighter smoke color and slight age. The ribbed inner bead and factory polished frame are absolutely gorgeous, and set off the highlights of this stunning RK. Shown just below the thick ose on the reverse, the frame is stamped 800. Finally, the ribbon jump ring is stamped 800 & 65. Indicating the silver content and LDO number, associated to the K&Q awards firm.

            A fantastic cased Knight’s Cross, purchased with and part of the Walter Harzer grouping. $18,150.00

              Cased DKiG Belonging to SS General Walter Harzer – WH101

              Cased DKiG Belonging to SS General Walter Harzer – WH101

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              Cased DKiG Belonging to SS General Walter Harzer – WH101

              All of the material in this grouping came together as you see it in these photos. For safe keeping as the walls came crashing down on Germany at the end of WWII, Walter Harzer had many of these awards and photos placed in a wooden box to be hidden at his home. That container was buried in the ground, underneath a garden area behind his house. Due to that fact, some of the material in these offerings has suffered some moisture damage. That aside, they are without a doubt some of the most historical awards and insignia being offered, and worn by a famous SS General as well as Knights Cross Winner. We will be offering 7 separate listings from this group. Make sure you check out all of the others.

              In this listing is the German Cross in Gold awarded to SS Standartenfuhrer Walter Harzer shortly after the June Normandy invasion. As explained, several personal items belonging to Harzer were place in a wooden box, and buried in the back yard of his residence for safe keeping. You can see that the case to this DKiG does show some wear and age, both inside and out. In lieu of that, the hinge remains sound and holds the lid open properly. The award itself was manufactured by Zimmermann, and is pin marked #20. The obverse of the award shows some wear and age, but void of any enamel damage. On the reverse, a dark patina covers most of the back. All 4 rivets hold the multi piece construction of this award nice and tight throughout. The pin displays a little misshaping due to being worn. A fantastic and historic cased DKiG belonging to a highly decorated war hero, SS Standartenfuhrer Walter Harzer.  $8250.00

                SS General Walter Harzer Awards Grouping – WH100

                SS General Walter Harzer Awards Grouping – WH100

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                SS General Walter Harzer Awards Grouping – WH100

                All of the material in this grouping came together as you see it in these photos. For safe keeping as the walls came crashing down on Germany at the end of WWII, Walter Harzer had many of these awards and photos placed in a wooden box to be hidden at his home. That container was buried in the ground, underneath a garden area behind his house. Due to that fact, some of the material in these offerings has suffered some moisture damage. That aside, they are without a doubt some of the most historical awards and insignia being offered, and worn by a famous SS General as well as Knights Cross Winner. We will be offering 7 separate listings from this group. Make sure you check out all of the others.

                In this first grouping is the velvet padded covered board used to display Walter Harzer’s awards, uniform insignia, and Knights Cross ribbon. In period photos we see displays exactly like this, at funerals for fallen officers of notoriety and rank, high party officials, war heros, and others. This is believed to be the one which was displayed at Walter Harzer’s funeral in 1982 and came with this grouping as shown.

                Starting at the top left is a German Horseman’s badge, Class I. It’s considered a rather rare badge in itself. In the Angolia Political Award reference, there were only 210 of these ever given out! Harzer is seen in many period photos wearing this badge. No doubt he was very proud of it. I didn’t wish to disturb this next award to look for the manufactures mark, because it has been pinned into this velvet pad and rather secure. So, I don’t know the maker on this Iron Cross 1st Class. The black core is nicely toned, with beautiful patina which has covered the silver frame. The catch is intact on the reverse. In the top center is a photo of Walter Harzer wearing the rank insignia of SS Obersturmbannfuhrer on his tunic. He also wears a cloth German Cross in Gold, and an EKI. This was a photo probably taken right after operation “Marketgarden”, as Harzer is also wearing his Knights Cross which he won during that campaign. To the right of the photo is an Eastern Front medal and a well worn Infantry Assault badge. The IAB is missing the catch. In the center of the funeral awards display pillow is 5″ section of a Knights Cross ribbon. With the ribbon but not attached, is a 25″ small white fabric strap, which has a 3″ red center. This tie was used in conjunction with the ribbon, no doubt when Harzer wore his Knights Cross.  On the lower left is a set of Army Panzer shoulder boards which Harzer preferred over SS version. Many period photos show him wearing Heer panzer shoulder boards, especially during the last part of his military career. There is even a colored photo in one of the albums showing him in uniform wearing the same type of insignia. This set is constructed with pink backing, indicating being assigned to a panzer or armored vehicle group. Each board has 2 gold pips pinned through them. In the lower center of the display board is pinned a ribbon bar consisting of and EKII, Anschluss Commemorative medal, and Sudetenland campaign medal with bar. To the lower right of this ribbon bar is an EKII with ribbon. Finally, a second set of Heer Panzer shoulder boards. Once again each board shows 2 golden pips. Designating that Harzer wore these as he quickly rose through the ranks at the end of the war, being a Standartenfuhrer at the time.

                There you have it, an absolutely rare grouping of awards and uniform insignia, pinned to the funeral display board of SS Standartenfuhrer Walter Harzer. An amazing set belonging to a truly famous SS General, and Knights Cross Winner!  $6600.00

                  WWI Ribbon Bar – M372

                  WWI Ribbon Bar – M372

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                  A 2 place ribbon bar designating the 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class from the 1st World War, and WWI veteran’s service award. It has a pin and catch on the reverse. $20.00

                    SS Long Service Award 4 Year – M360

                    SS Long Service Award 4 Year – M360

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                    SS Long Service Award 4 Year – M360

                    Awarded for faithful service within the SS party, these long service awards are desirable items to display with one’s 3rd Reich memorabilia collection. This 4 year disc example is die struck from bronze which was then period painted black. Though the enamel has worn on the reverse and areas of the obverse, it is the original application of paint that has not been touched up like so many of the 4 years that we see. There is some oxidation to the teardrop suspension loop, and the left side of the obverse. It comes with a 10″ section of proper cornflower blue ribbon. A budget price at $400.00  RESERVED