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World War 2 German medals, awards and badges are some of the most detailed and ornate of any in military history. The level of detail, consistency and quality demanded of WW2 Nazi Germany was unmatched for the time. Some of the most popular and well known German medals include the Iron Cross First Class, Iron Cross Second Class (aka. EKI, or EKII), War Merit Badge, Wound Badge, and the General Assault and Infantry Assault Badges. For decades after the war, Nazi Medals were some of the most collectible of WWII relics. For that reason, there were a great deal of fakes produced, making collecting authentic medals very challenging.
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German Medals & Awards
Life Saving Table Medal (”Für Rettung Aus Gefahr”)
SOLD!Here’s a really rare find, a civilian Life Saving Honour Medal, which was awarded for rescuing individuals at the risk of one’s own life while outside of any employment capacity.
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Anti-Partisan Badges
Bronze Anti-Partisan Badge (APB) with 2 Cut-outs (Rare Variant)
SOLD!This is a Bronze Type-4 Anti-partisan badge by C.E. Juncker with rare cut-outs for this type (typically seen without the oblong cut-outs beneath the snake’s heads), and a previously unknown “thin” version (more on this below).
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German Medals & Awards
Luftwaffe Honor Roll Clasp with Original Issue Case
SOLD!This is one of the first Luftwaffe Honor Roll Clasps we’ve seen. These don’t seem to be as available as the Army version, and even fewer with the original case of issue.
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German Crosses
German Cross in Gold by Zimmermann (“dotted” version)
SOLD!Here’s a rare one, a “dotted” version of the Zimmermann German Cross in Gold, complete with original issue case!
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German Medals & Awards
Knights Cross with Original Ribbon & Case by Steinhauer & Lück, “Micro 800”
SOLD!This is an early Knight Cross of the Iron Cross from maker Steinhauer & Luck, (S&L) in the “Micro 800” variant, with original issue case and ribbon.
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German Medals & Awards
Knights Cross of the Iron Cross by Juncker L/12 800 (rare variant)
SOLD!These don’t come around very often, and certainly not this very rare variant. A Juncker Knights Cross of the Iron Cross with the “L/12” stamp appearing ahead of (not following) the “800” stamp.
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German Medals & Awards
Black Wound Badge with Case
SOLD!This is an exceptionally nice Black Wound Badge, and comes in its original presentation box. With the exception of some very minor rust spots at the hinge and the hook clasp, the black paint coverage is nearly 100%!
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German Medals & Awards
Gold Wound Badge (30 – Hauptmunzamt of Vienna) with Case
$385.00Here’s a nice Gold Grade Wound Badge in zinc. As with many zinc based badges, this one no longer shows any of the original gold wash, with the exception of the pin on the reverse. Since the pin is not zinc, the gold wash remains.
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German Medals & Awards
Silver Wound Badge Maker Number “92” (Josef Ruckert & Sohn) with Case
SOLD!An absolutely stunning example of a Silver Grade Wound Badge here by maker number “92”, Josef Ruckert & Sohn. This wound badge has managed to retain all of it’s original silver wash, which is somewhat rare since many of these badges were constructed using a zinc base metal…
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German Crosses
German Cross in Gold — C. F. Zimmermann 20
SOLD!This one is a real beauty! A German Cross in Gold by maker C. F. Zimmerman (“20”), with correct flaws and well preserved in every detail. On the front, the deep charcoal colored 8-point “sunburst” overlay shows hints of the original gold wash to the most prominent rays…
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Anti-Partisan Badges
Gold Anti-Partisan Badge (APB) with 2 Cut-outs (Rare Variant)
$4,850.00This is a very scarce Gold Type-4 Anti-partisan badge by C.E. Juncker with rare cut-outs for this type (typically seen without the oblong cut-outs beneath the snake’s heads), and a previously unknown “thin” version (more on this below).
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German Medals & Awards
1st Class 1939 Clamshell Screwback Spange – by Deumer
SOLD!Here is a very nice Screwback type 1st Class Spange. These do not come up often, and when they do they typically command a premium. Our Spange is priced right considering overall condition and rarity. On the front we see excellent detail eagle’s wings, breast and head, with very little wear at all except the beautiful natural patina from age…
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German Medals & Awards
Knights Cross with Ribbon & Case — Juncker 800 L/12
SOLD!Here’s one for the serious WW2 investor folks, the ever desirable Juncker 800 L/12 Knights Cross, with ribbon and case — all original to the piece! The Juncker made Knights Cross is considered the most desirable of the Knights Crosses primarily due to the fact their factory was destroyed late in the war by allied bombing. What this means is, since any unissued crosses (as well as the dies) would have been destroyed in the bombing…
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German Medals & Awards
Silver Infantry Assault Badge by BSW
SOLD!This is a late war, rare version of the Silver Infantry Assault Badge by maker BSW. Solid zinc construction with silver plating. The silver plating has diminished some over time, but is still about 50%, with a good deal of plating still remaining on the back side as well…
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German Medals & Awards
1870 Iron Cross 2nd Class with 25 Years Jubilee Spange
SOLD!Here’s a fine, hard to find, and very old award, in exceptional condition for its age. This Franco-Prussian war 1870 / 1813 Iron Cross 2nd Class includes its original ribbon and 25 years Jubilee spange. The cross itself has managed to retain all of its black paint…
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German Medals & Awards
Luftwaffe Bomber Clasp in Gold
SOLD!A very nice condition Luftwaffe Bombers Clasp in Gold, awarded for 110 operational flights. The winged bomb device at the center of the piece is separately applied, and retains approximately 50% of the original black finish. The detail of the oak leaves is superb, with only some minor dirt spots to note; no notable skuffs, scratches or other wear can be seen.
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German Medals & Awards
German War Merit Cross – 1st Class
SOLD!This World War 2 German War Merit Cross, First Class (Kriegsverdienstkreuz 1st class) with Swords for Combatants is in fantastic condition. Very little tarnishing or age shows on this piece, with a tremendous amount of detail preserved. The reverse is unmarked, but likely by maker Bauer or Deumer.
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German Medals & Awards
Heer Grade Five Marksmen’s Lanyard
SOLD!Very nice, excellent condition first pattern (June 1936 – January 1939) Heer (Army) silver bullion Grade 5 Marksmen’s Lanyard with braided cord. The stamped aluminum shield device in in exceptional condition, with 100% of its original detail still in tact. It doesn’t get any better than this.
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German Medals & Awards
Knight’s Cross of the War Merit Cross with Case by Deschler
SOLD!Here’s a real beautiful (and extremely rare) find, a Deschler Knight’s Cross of the War Merit Cross with the original issue case and ribbon. The condition of this example is absolutely stunning! These crosses simply don’t come around often, and when they do they’re rarely in this nice a condition. The silvering throughout this cross is about 95%…
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German Crosses
German Cross in Gold — Cloth for Heer (Army)
SOLD!A nice Cloth Heer German Cross in Gold. This is perhaps one of the most collectible of all the German awards. An elegant 8-point sunburst with interweaving blue-gray cotton and silver/aluminum wire threads, terminating into a field-grey wool backing. The gold wreath is nicely detailed, with no signs of damage…
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German Medals & Awards
Iron Cross First Class – Klein & Quenzer (65)
SOLD!Iron Cross 1st class, EKI (Eisernes Kreuz I Klasse mit Etui) by Klein & Quenzer (65). Though unmarked, this German WW2 EKI bears all of the hallmarks of the K&Q maker, and is a stunning example retaining 90% of its black finish, with a nice patina around the edges and absolutely no rust or corrosion. The reverse shows average age patina, with hinge, pin and clasp functioning perfectly.
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German Medals & Awards
Silver Wound Badge (92 – Josef Ruckert & Sohn) with Case
SOLD!An absolutely stunning example of a Silver Grade Wound Badge here by maker number “92”, Josef Ruckert & Sohn. This wound badge has managed to retain all of it’s original silver wash, which is somewhat rare since many of these badges were constructed using a zinc base metal…
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German Medals & Awards
1939 Iron Cross First Class by C.F. Zimmermann “L/52, 20”
SOLD!A very nice Zimmermann Iron Cross First Class, with standard Zimmermann pin and double proof marks, “L/52” and “20”. What is unique about this example is the double stamping of the “L/52” (see photos). The front of this 1st Class Iron Cross is typical for the maker with the correct “1939” font and other quality features we expect to see from Zimmermann…
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German Medals & Awards
Iron Cross First Class – Wilhelm Deumer (L/11)
SOLD!Iron Cross 1st class, EKI (Eisernes Kreuz I Klasse mit Etui) by Wilhelm Deumer (L/11 maker mark). A fine cross indeed, retaining about 97% of its black finish, with only a very small chip to note, and only modest tarnishing. On the reverse, the coke bottle pin is standard for this maker, and the clasp is strong and firm, with the Wilhelm Deumer L/11 mark stamped clearly beneath it.
