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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
Knights Cross of the Iron Cross by Juncker L/12 800 (rare variant)
$13,500.00These 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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Anti-Partisan Badges
Gold Anti-Partisan Badge (APB) with 2 Cut-outs (Rare Variant)
$5,250.00This 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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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
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
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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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 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
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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Anti-Partisan Badges
Anti-Partisan Badge in Silver by C.E. Juncker
SOLD!This is a late war type-1 Anti-partisan badge by C.E. Juncker. Made of zinc, the plating is long gone, but the detail and quality of this badge is still very much in tact. Zinc tends to lose its plating over time, which is completely normal and expected.
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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
WWI Imperial German Iron Cross Second Class
SOLD!Here is a fine WWI Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class. These Iron Crosses varied in quality. You can see the unique non-uniform edges of the cut of this one. Has the expected magnetic core, 100% of the black paint (no chips), and a very nice, even patina to the metal. The ring is unmarked, which is not uncommon with these Imperial Iron Crosses.
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Campaign Shields
Scarce 1942 Cholm Shield with Wool Backing & Original Paper
SOLD!Here we have a salty Cholm shield (the large “M” version) with a nice SS-cloth wool backing and backing paper. A little rust doesn’t dismiss the fact that this example has a ton of potential. One of the more rare version, the large “M” design doesn’t seem to come around very often…
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German Medals & Awards
Iron Cross Second Class by J.E. Hammer & Sohne (55)
SOLD!A very nice WWII 2nd Class Iron Cross (EK2) by J.E. Hammer & Sohne. Stamped “55” on the ring, this Iron Cross has 100% of the black paint, even patina and a magnetic core. Multi-piece construction as expected.
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Anti-Partisan Badges
Ant-partisan Badge in Silver with Scarce Thin Pin
SOLD!Here we have a very nice example Anti-partisan Badge (silver grade) with the seldom seen thin style pin and round catch. This is a truly exceptional example, with all the right hallmarks. These zinc based badges are notorious for losing their finish over time, but this one still have a small amount of silvering on and around the skull.
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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
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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Campaign Shields
Rare Cholm 1942 Campaign Shield
SOLD!Here’s a real nice 100% original Cholm 1942 Shield with a very rare 2-pin configuration on the reverse. This is the short “M” version, which refers to the depth of the “V” portion of the letter “M” in the word “CHOLM”. There were two manufacturers of this award, each with a few unique design variations, the most notable being to the letter “M”.
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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
25 Year Jubilee Spange to the 1870 Iron Cross 2nd Class
SOLD!An absolutely gorgeous 25 year Jubilee Spange to the 1870 Imperial Iron Cross 2nd Class. This spange was authorized to be worn by recipients of the 1870 Iron Cross who were still in service in 1895, the 25 year anniversary…
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German Crosses
German Cross in Gold — C. F. Zimmerman 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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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
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
Vaulted Imperial 1914 Iron Cross 1st Class with Clamshell Screw Back
SOLD!This is one of the nicer Imperial 1st Class Iron Crosses we’ve come across in a long time in terms of condition and type. We typically see these in the flat pin-back type, so it is a real treat to have one of these with a nice rounded vault and in the clamshell “sunburst” screwback version…
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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…
