We retain the right to scan any items consigned to us for use on this web page or in reference material we are publishing to help inform and educate collectors. Iron cross magazine issue 4 subscriptions pocketmags. Germany iron cross ww2 german wwii trench art wood carving. Griffin militaria my name is daniel griffin, and i have been a collector and dealer in original military antiques and collectibles for over 40 years. Home german militaria original german wwii first class iron cross with box wilhelm deumer. A fine quality imperial german iron cross with the ko generally considered the original field issue iron cross issue mark to the rear below the catch. The 18, 1870, and 1914 iron crosses had three grades. I am a life member of the forks of the delaware arms association as well as a life member of the ohio valley military society. The 2008 version of the iron cross is similar to the earlier models. Ww1 german patriotic 191418 medal, approx size 60mm diameter, heavy grey gun metal like metal, front face has image of the 1914 iron cross hanging from both laurel and oak leaves, under which is weltkrieg 191418 whilst the reverse shows a dramatic scene of an imperial battle flag flying from a mast as it sinks below the waves, below. This spange matches the details in the excellent reference book on the iron cross 1.
The iron cross is a former military decoration in the kingdom of prussia, and later in the. Ww2 german iron cross for sale in uk view 66 bargains. German iron cross 2nd class with crown 1914 with ribbon military medal for bravery imperial prussian medal pin copy. Covering all aspects of german military history including the imperial german forces of the great war, the weimar period and the nazi period. The iron cross is indisputably the most historically rich and notorious german award. Kelleys has been a family owned military distributor for over 40 years. Original ww2 german militaria 19331945 insignia, medals and badges militaria tedesca wwii originale 105. We offer original and reproduction militaria for collectors, reenactors or anyone with an interest in military history, with a strong emphasis on wwii german items. The iron cross statutes were renewed during the wars of 1870 and 1914 as prussian award. The oakleaves to the knights cross of the iron cross 1939 was instituted september 28th 1941. Nazi german medal and badge collection iron cross ect.
With the statutes renewal of 1939, the iron cross became a german award. German wwii iron cross militaria collection youtube. Home ww2 german militaria ww2 german awards medal sets ww2 german iron cross set previous category next. Images may not be used or reproduced without our permission. Original german wwii first class iron cross with box. Original german ww2 iron cross, russland, 1943 trench art. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Cased oakleaves to the knights cross of the iron cross by. German iron cross jims militaria collection 9892746314. Preorder the first edition today, which will ensure you get your copy before it arrives in the shops. The iron cross 2nd class, was brought back from germany, to england, by sergeant john henry, royal engineers, 1945. Main page contents featured content current events random article donate to wikipedia wikipedia store.
Wwii ww2 german iron cross 2nd class ek2 replacment ribbon for medals. The iron cross is a famous german military medal dating back to the 19th century. A brand new magazine focusing entirely on german military history from. German iron cross medal nazi iron cross history german. During the 1930s, the nazi regime in germany superimposed a swastika on.
Ww2 german iron cross, 1st class with awarding box. Nazi germany high seas fleet badge, marked on reverse. The iron cross still rates as germanys most famous military insignia, but its role has been reduced to that of a black and white emblem on the. The original silk ribbon to the iron cross being a good length. This is a rare piece of memorabilia, ideal for collectors. Ww1 iron cross for sale in uk 32 used ww1 iron cross. Ww2 german militaria army luftwaffe kriegsmarine epic. Ww2 iron cross third reich medals and badges treasure.
Ww2 german iron cross, 1st class with awarding box, wilhelm deumer. This is a full size variation of the 1914 iron 1 german imperial iron cross 2nd class maker marked ko original dispatched with royal mail 1st class signed. The 1st class iron cross was awarded to those who had received the 2nd class iron cross and preformed 35 acts of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. Up for sale is an original german wwii eki with its presentation box.
The badge features the german coat of arms and date on a black painted cross with a silver coloured backing. The item is perfect for museum or private collection. This spange is typically referenced to at the unknown maker spange in refernce books. Iron cross is the uks only magazine of german military history from the first world war to the end of the second world war. Here at kelleys we also deliver quality reproductions for a fair price. We specialise in ww1, ww2 and post war german militaria. Wwii ww2 german 3rd reich iron cross flight badge replacement original pin only. Iron cross 1914 german empire 18701918 germany europe.
Iron cross magazine to launch in june militaria history. All images contained on this site belong to the collectors guild inc. Launching this summer, a brand new magazine titled iron cross. The item is bought in europe from reserve storage of ww2 museum. Welcome to our range of ww2 german militaria products. About this sound eisernes kreuz helpinfo, abbreviated ek was a military decoration in the kingdom of prussia, and later in the german empire 18711918 and. Our range of german wwii products covers all services in the world war two german armed forces the army wehrmacht, luftwaffe air force, german.
Very good silver finish superb blacking to the centre of the cross no damage to the cross excellent the case has a white satin lining to the lid and a dark purple base on which the cross sits. The cross and box are both matching and likely never separated. This article deals with the differences in the 1939 statutes and those of earlier years, including the grades in which it was presented, and much information concerning its history. Authenticity certification for a knights cross of iron 1939, catalogue number oek 3821 material. The ring is numbered 96 for the maker rudolf souval. Get the best deal for ww2 german iron cross from the largest online selection at. Ww2 german spange to iron cross 1st class ww2 german spange bar to the iron cross 1st class. Epic militaria replica ww2 german m43 field grey wool tunic 5. First instituted in 18, the iron cross was revised in world war i to include the 1914 date and again in 1939 to add the. We have a wide selection of ww2 german uniforms, helmets, caps, boots and field equipment including reproduction and some original items. The knights cross of the iron cross or simply the knights cross ritterkreuz, and its variants were the highest awards in the military and paramilitary forces of nazi germany during world war ii. Germany sign ww2 accident aid good use condition please see pictures for more happy viewing and bidding genuine buyer only, ask questions, serious buyer please no time waster please see my other items also in. Very good condition buy iron crosses at espenlaub militaria.
G oberstein stamped onto it,the medal shows age related wear and colour with the ribbon. The german iron cross has really become an addictive collectable with each cross having different personality. All items offered for sale, that are described as original, have a 100% lifetime guarantee of authenticity, supported by iron cross militaria s excellent customer service. Its long tradition dates back to 18, when king friedrich wilhelm iii of prussia first instituted the order during the war of liberation against napoleon. We offer an extensive range of medals, ribbons, ribbon bars, badges, insignias, documents and books. The frame has all of the traits that are unique to rudolf souval iron crosses. Souval crosses are famous for their high quality and beauty. We specialise in ww1, ww2 and post war bundeswehr german militaria. Black cross military collectibles, militaria for sale,german military medals, german wwii, reproduction military collectibles, military antiques, militaria antiques for sale, american military collectibles, antique collectibles, other countries militaria. Position product name price set descending direction. Germany sign ww2 accident aid wwii red cross germa. Bid to restore iron cross divides germany the independent.
The 19391945, iron cross with a fine silvered trim, and 100% black paint finish slight age lines beneath the paint. The black cross was used as the symbol of the german army until 1915. Awardsmedalsiron crosses other awards epic militaria. All items offered for sale, that are described as original, have a 100% lifetime guarantee of authenticity, supported by iron cross militarias excellent customer service.
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