{"title":"Imperial German Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"imperial-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1914-maker-marked-sw-s-wagner-berlin-complete-with-ribbon","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Second Class (1914–1918) – SW Wagner Maker, With Ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal First World War Iron Cross Second Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse), award issue 1914–1918, maker marked “SW” for S. Wagner, Berlin. This example is complete with its original black and white suspension ribbon and clearly stamped ring mark.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Iron Cross was Prussia’s (and later Imperial Germany’s) best-known award for bravery and merit in combat. Re-instituted at the outbreak of the First World War in 1914, the Second Class was typically awarded to soldiers for acts of courage under fire, leadership in the field, or distinguished service at the front. The cross was worn suspended from the black and white ribbon, either on parade or mounted in ribbon bars after award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood, untouched condition — light age patina to the silver frame and minor surface wear to the painted iron core. Ribbon shows fraying, stitch holes and edge wear consistent with actual wear and later storage. Maker mark “SW” remains legible on the ring. A desirable marked example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51241789292864,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/WWI_Iron_Cross_2nd_Class_SWagner_Berlin_1.jpg?v=1762241025"},{"product_id":"imperial-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1914-maker-marked-sw-s-wagner-berlin-with-ribbon","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Second Class (1914–1918) – SW Wagner Maker, Excellent Example","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"435\" data-start=\"155\"\u003eOriginal First World War Iron Cross Second Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse), maker marked “SW” for \u003cem data-end=\"273\" data-start=\"254\"\u003eS. Wagner, Berlin\u003c\/em\u003e. This example features its original black and white suspension ribbon and retains strong enamel-style paint finish with light age patina to the silver frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"437\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Iron Cross was one of Imperial Germany’s most recognised awards, symbolising valour and distinguished service in battle. Re-instituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1914, the Second Class was awarded to soldiers for acts of bravery or meritorious conduct in the field. The cross’s design traces back to 1813, introduced by King Frederick William III of Prussia during the Napoleonic Wars, and was revived for subsequent German conflicts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"437\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good overall condition — light silver toning to frame and mild surface patina consistent with age. Core retains strong black finish, and the “SW” maker mark remains sharp and legible. Ribbon shows minor handling wear only. A fine, well-preserved maker-marked example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51242065756480,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/WWI_Iron_Cross_2nd_Class_SWagner_Berlin_1_2e994633-33f3-45e5-a98c-11c92c72db98.jpg?v=1762247909"},{"product_id":"imperial-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1914-maker-marked-wilm-h-j-wilm-berlin-with-ribbon","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Second Class (1914–1918) – H. J. Wilm “WILM” Maker, With Ribbon","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eOriginal First World War Iron Cross Second Class (Eisernes Kreuz 2. Klasse), produced by \u003cem data-end=\"267\" data-start=\"246\"\u003eH.J. Wilm of Berlin\u003c\/em\u003e and marked “WILM” on the suspension ring. This example remains complete with its period black and white Prussian-style ribbon and features a well-preserved silver frame with an iron core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"459\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInstituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II on 5 August 1914, the Iron Cross Second Class was awarded for acts of bravery and distinguished service during the First World War. The “WILM” maker mark identifies \u003cem data-end=\"1063\" data-start=\"1052\"\u003eH.J. Wilm\u003c\/em\u003e, a prestigious Berlin jeweller and silversmith who produced high-quality decorations and awards during the Imperial and early Weimar periods. The Iron Cross was worn suspended from the ribbon on the tunic and later often mounted on medal bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"473\" data-start=\"459\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eCondition\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood overall condition — light patina to the silver frame and mild toning from age. The black paint on the iron core remains well-preserved with minor surface wear. The “WILM” mark is crisp and legible. Ribbon shows minor fraying at edges but remains strong and original. A highly sought-after maker-marked example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51243517313344,"sku":null,"price":480.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/WWI_Iron_Cross_2nd_Class_WILM_Berlin_1.jpg?v=1762249380"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-memorial-paperweight-kanonier-fritz-trabani-norden-1915-das-eiserne-kreuz","title":"WWI German Memorial Glass Paperweight – Fallen Artilleryman Fritz Trabani (Iron Cross 1914)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eExceptional First World War memorial glass paperweight commemorating Kanonier Fritz Trabani of Norden, East Frisia. This unique remembrance piece honours a fallen artilleryman of the Imperial German Army, killed in action during the early stages of World War I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eThe interior display features a printed Iron Cross (Eisernes Kreuz 1914) emblem with accompanying text:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e“Das Eiserne Kreuz – Norden, 29. Jan. Der Kanonier Fritz Trabani …”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eSet beneath thick, beveled glass, the paperweight preserves the soldier’s name, his home town (Norden), and the context of his death in January 1915, making it both a personal and historically valuable remembrance artefact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eArchival records confirm that Kanonier Fritz Trabani appears in the official German Army Verlustlisten (casualty lists) of 1914–1919, which recorded the fates of fallen and missing soldiers during WWI. Trabani, holding the artillery rank of \u003cem data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1121\"\u003eKanonier\u003c\/em\u003e (gunner), was listed as killed in action (gefallen). The memorial inscription on this paperweight corresponds exactly with those entries, noting his death on 24 January 1915 in Norden, likely due to wounds or illness sustained in the Western Front campaign.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExcellent preservation for its age. Glass remains clear with light edge wear and internal aging visible on the printed layer. Felt backing intact. No cracks or major chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51249746706752,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/WWI_German_Memorial_Paperweight_Fritz_Trabani_Front.jpg?v=1762333828"},{"product_id":"set-of-5-original-wwi-era-german-banknotes-1908-1914-issues","title":"Imperial German Banknotes Lot (1908–1914) – WWI Era Reichsbank \u0026 Darlehnskassenscheine (5 Notes)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCollection of five original German banknotes dating from the late Imperial and early World War I periods (1908–1914). These historically significant notes represent the economic backdrop of the German Empire at the dawn of the Great War, when paper money replaced precious metals for wartime finance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eThis set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e20 Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reichsbanknote, Berlin 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e50 Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e – Darlehnskassenschein, 1914 issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"563\" data-start=\"551\"\u003e100 Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reichsbanknote, Berlin 1908\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e1000 Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reichsbanknote, Berlin 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"451\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e2 Mark\u003c\/strong\u003e – Darlehnskassenschein, 1914 issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eEach note features ornate imperial designs, Reichsbank signatures, and vivid printing symbolic of pre-war Germany’s wealth and prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese notes circulated during the transition from peacetime prosperity to wartime inflation. The \u003cem data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"957\"\u003eDarlehnskassenscheine\u003c\/em\u003e (“loan banknotes”) were emergency issues produced by the Reich Treasury to fund the early stages of WWI, making them an important reflection of Germany’s shifting wartime economy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll examples are circulated with expected creasing and wear but remain fully legible and display excellent character. A complete and visually impressive snapshot of Germany’s wartime currency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250198020416,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/WWI_German_Banknotes_Set_Obverse.jpg?v=1762345533"},{"product_id":"um-vaterland-und-freiheit-german-military-chronicle-1914-15-original-wwi-edition","title":"1915 German WWI Chronicle Yearbook – Um Vaterland und Freiheit, Vol. III","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"142\"\u003eOriginal 1915 German WWI chronicle yearbook, titled \u003cem data-end=\"225\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eUm Vaterland und Freiheit\u003c\/em\u003e (“For Fatherland and Freedom”), edited by Walther Stein and published by Hermann Montanus Verlag, Siegen and Leipzig. This is the third volume (\u003cem data-end=\"396\" data-start=\"382\"\u003eDritter Band\u003c\/em\u003e), printed during the early years of the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"899\" data-start=\"451\"\u003eThe book serves as a photographic and written chronicle of the First World War, covering the years 1914–1915. It includes over 1,200 illustrations and photographs depicting major battles, military leaders, and scenes from the front. Images include German infantry under fire, naval operations, and portraits of prominent figures such as Generaloberst von Hindenburg and Kapitänleutnant Otto Weddigen, commander of the U-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePublications such as \u003cem data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eUm Vaterland und Freiheit\u003c\/em\u003e were produced as patriotic wartime chronicles, intended both as historical documentation and morale boosters for the home front. This volume captures Germany’s early campaigns on the Western and Eastern fronts, as well as naval operations during the height of Imperial Germany’s wartime effort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFair to good overall condition for its age. Complete with all pages intact. Some edge wear, toning, and water staining to the cover and interior pages, typical of period paper stock. Binding remains stable and photographs are clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250300911936,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/Um_Vaterland_und_Freiheit_1915_Front.jpg?v=1762351895"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-iron-cross-veterans-ring-1914-pattern-aluminium-construction","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Veterans Ring, 1914 Pattern – Aluminium Trench Art","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eOriginal WWI German Iron Cross veterans ring, privately purchased and crafted in aluminium, featuring the 1914-pattern Iron Cross with raised detailing and black enamel inlay. The design includes the Imperial Crown, “W” for Kaiser Wilhelm II, and 1914 date at the base — representing the year of the Iron Cross’s reinstatement for the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eSuch rings were commonly worn by frontline soldiers and veterans as personal symbols of honour and remembrance, often privately purchased or gifted post-service. This example is an early and authentic wartime or interwar commemorative piece, typical of those worn by veterans’ associations (\u003cem data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eKriegervereine\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Iron Cross (Eisernes Kreuz) was Germany’s most recognised military decoration, first established in 1813 and revived in 1870 and again in 1914. After the Great War, many veterans proudly wore rings and badges bearing the Iron Cross motif as a mark of their service and sacrifice. Lightweight aluminium rings like this were popular due to their durability and affordability during the war’s later years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood original condition with visible surface patina. Enamel detailing remains well-preserved, with natural age wear to the band. No makers marks present. An excellent and genuine example of WWI-era trench art and veteran memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51251820265792,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/wwi-german-iron-cross-1914-veterans-ring-front.jpg?v=1762393883"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-army-soldbuch-infantry-regiment-47-eastern-front-1915","title":"WWI German Soldbuch – Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 47, 1915 (Karl Menzel)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"416\"\u003eOriginal World War I Soldbuch (pay and service book) issued to Musketier Karl Menzel of the II Ersatz-Bataillon, Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 47. The booklet records personal and military service details including enlistment, unit assignments, and official stamps dated 1915.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"835\"\u003ePrinted by Gebr. Saupe, Straßburg i. Els, this issue served as both a soldier’s identification and payroll record — essential for every German serviceman. Entries include Menzel’s birthplace (Berlin), occupation, physical description, and unit transfers, offering a personal insight into a frontline infantryman of the Imperial German Army during service on the Eastern Front against the Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 47th Infantry Regiment was part of the Prussian Army’s Eastern campaigns, participating in major operations during the 1915 offensives. Soldbücher like this were carried at all times by German soldiers, acting as both an ID and administrative record — making them an essential part of wartime bureaucracy and personal history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood, complete example showing moderate wear consistent with field use. All pages present and writing legible, with visible ink stamps and signatures. An authentic, historically rich artefact from the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51252864254272,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-german-soldbuch-infantry-regiment-47-cover.jpg?v=1762432042"},{"product_id":"wwi-der-stahlhelm-veterans-organisation-badge-n-h-maker","title":"WWI–Interwar German Veterans Badge – “Der Stahlhelm” Helmet Form Pin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eOriginal \u003cem data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"112\"\u003e“Der Stahlhelm”\u003c\/em\u003e veterans organisation badge, produced for former German soldiers of the First World War. Crafted in the form of a steel helmet bearing the Iron Cross and Gothic inscription \u003cem data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e“Der Stahlhelm”\u003c\/em\u003e, this badge symbolised membership in one of the largest veterans’ associations of the interwar period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eManufactured by \u003cem data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eN.\u0026amp;H\u003c\/em\u003e and stamped \u003cem data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eGES. GESCH.\u003c\/em\u003e (legally protected design), this nickel-plated brass example retains its original pin assembly and displays a well-preserved patina from age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFounded in 1918, \u003cem data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"975\"\u003eDer Stahlhelm, Bund der Frontsoldaten\u003c\/em\u003e (“Steel Helmet, League of Frontline Soldiers”) was one of Germany’s most influential veterans’ organisations during the Weimar Republic. It represented nationalist WWI veterans and later became closely aligned with conservative and paramilitary movements leading into the 1930s. Members proudly wore this helmet-shaped badge as a mark of identity and solidarity among fellow front-line soldiers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good with light surface wear and toning. Pin assembly original and functional. Clear maker’s mark visible; well-preserved finish and crisp detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51257127207232,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/der-stahlhelm-veterans-badge-nh.jpg?v=1762584557"},{"product_id":"wwi-hindenburg-cross-ribbon-bar","title":"WWI German Hindenburg Cross Ribbon Bar – Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs Veteran Award","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal Hindenburg Cross (Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs) ribbon bar from the First World War. Features the traditional black–white–red tricolour pattern representing Imperial Germany. Constructed with a stitched fabric backing and brass pin on reverse for uniform attachment. A clean and genuine piece of interwar German veteran insignia, showing light age-related patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Hindenburg Cross was instituted in 1934 by President Paul von Hindenburg to honour German veterans of World War I. The ribbon, bearing Imperial colours, symbolised remembrance of wartime service and national unity. Worn on daily uniforms as a miniature or ribbon bar, it was among the most widely distributed German awards prior to WWII.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal piece with vibrant colour retention and fully intact hardware. Displays minimal signs of wear consistent with period storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51263353880896,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-hindenburg-cross-ribbon-bar.jpg?v=1762855374"},{"product_id":"ww1-period-deutsches-rotes-kreuz-members-lapel-badge","title":"WWI German Red Cross Enamel Lapel Badge – Deutsches Rotes Kreuz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn original enamelled lapel badge issued to members of the Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (German Red Cross), dating to the WW1 period or early post-war years. These small badges were worn on civilian clothing to identify registered DRK personnel and volunteers involved in wartime medical aid, convalescent care, and humanitarian support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Deutsches Rotes Kreuz played a major role during the First World War, supplying nurses, ambulance workers, and medical volunteers to both front-line and home-front hospitals. Badges like this were issued to legitimate members to show affiliation and allow access to medical stations and support posts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eFair condition for its age. Enamel front remains presentable with some light wear. Reverse shows natural patina, age spots, and oxidation from long-term storage. The original pin is still fitted and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51272329560384,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-drk-members-lapel-badge-german-red-cross.jpg?v=1763103876"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-militarapass-gefreiter-simans-2-rhein-fld-art-rgt-23-hess-feld-art-rgt-11","title":"WWI German Militärapass – Gefreiter Simans (2. Rhein Fld Art Rgt 23 \/ Hess. 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Entries in this example show Simans’ postings to two field artillery regiments and include period unit details, signatures, and stamps from command authorities in the 1889–1892 period. Such passes were critical documents for pension, reserve status, and official military obligations in the pre-First World War German Empire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eThe paybook is in good original condition with intact covers and legible text throughout. Pages show age-appropriate toning and light handling marks but remain complete and clear with no major losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51487472812352,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/german-militarpass-gefreiter-simans-cover.jpg?v=1769609851"},{"product_id":"wwi-era-german-militarapass-gefreiter-simans-2-rhein-fld-art-rgt-23-hess-feld-art-rgt-11","title":"WWI German Five-Year Volunteer Militärpaß – Infanterie-Regiment Graf Bülow von Dennewitz Nr. 55","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal Imperial German \u003cem data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"320\"\u003eMilitärpaß\u003c\/em\u003e issued to Friedrich Diekmann, a five-year volunteer (\u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eFünfjährig-Freiwilliger\u003c\/em\u003e) who entered service on 1 October 1899 with Infanterie-Regiment Graf Bülow von Dennewitz (6. Westfälisches) Nr. 55. The booklet documents his service, training, postings, and later annotations, with remarks relating to the First World War period noting no active wartime service due to health reasons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFive-year volunteers were a distinct class within the Imperial German Army, typically better-educated men who committed to extended service and often formed a pool of trained reservists. Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 55 was a Prussian line regiment with strong Westphalian ties, active during the pre-war professional army period that shaped German military doctrine before 1914.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePeriod-used condition throughout. Covers show heavy wear, edge losses, and softening consistent with long service use. Interior pages remain largely intact, with legible entries, stamps, and signatures. Typical age toning and binding wear present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51490197897536,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/german-militarpass-gefreiter-simans-cover_587cbf90-81e6-4a2a-bfb7-fc9be443f15d.jpg?v=1769669701"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-veteran-medal-bar-iron-cross-service-awards","title":"WWI German Veteran Medal Bar – Iron Cross \u0026 Service Awards","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal First World War–era German medal bar awarded to a veteran of the Imperial German Army. This bar represents a typical multi-award grouping worn on the uniform, reflecting recognised wartime service, merit, and long-standing duty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eMedal bars such as this were assembled during or shortly after the First World War and worn on service and parade uniforms in place of full-size decorations. They allowed veterans to display their awards in a practical, uniform format while clearly communicating their service history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eBased on the ribbon sequence, this bar consists of the following awards:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eIron Cross 2nd Class (1914)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Represented by the black-and-white ribbon, awarded for bravery in the face of the enemy or exceptional leadership during combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003ePrussian War Merit Cross (Kriegsverdienstkreuz)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Represented by the red, white, and black ribbon, awarded for merit or distinguished service during wartime, often to those who contributed outside direct front-line combat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eImperial Service or Commemorative Award\u003c\/strong\u003e – Represented by the blue ribbon with yellow edge stripes, commonly associated with long service or imperial commemorative medals such as the Kaiser Wilhelm I Centenary Medal or similar state awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eTogether, the grouping reflects a veteran with both combat recognition and broader imperial service, typical of soldiers who served throughout the war and remained connected to the Imperial system of honours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe ribbon material shows age-consistent wear with light fraying and surface fading, typical of period-assembled examples. The backing cloth remains intact, and the pin and catch are present and functional. Overall condition is honest and original, with no signs of modern replacement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51495105364288,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-german-medal-bar-front.jpg?v=1769828582"},{"product_id":"wwi-eisernes-kreuz-2-klasse-1914-johann-wagner-sohn-iw-marked-ring-imperial-german-wwi-iron-cross","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Second Class (1914–1918) – Johann Wagner \u0026 Sohn “IW” Maker, Ring Marked","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal First World War Imperial German Iron Cross 2nd Class manufactured by Johann Wagner \u0026amp; Sohn of Berlin and correctly ring-marked “IW.” This classic three-piece construction example features a magnetic iron core with silver frame and represents one of the most recognisable and historically significant combat decorations of the Imperial German Army. A solid, maker-marked example suitable for both new and advanced collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1090\" data-start=\"687\"\u003eThe Iron Cross 2nd Class was reauthorised by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1914 at the outbreak of the First World War and awarded to soldiers of all ranks for bravery and distinguished service in combat. The obverse displays the crowned “W” for Wilhelm II above the date “1914,” while the reverse carries the crowned “FW” and “1813,” referencing the decoration’s original institution during the Napoleonic Wars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003eJohann Wagner \u0026amp; Sohn of Berlin was among the recognised wartime manufacturers, and the “IW” ring mark confirms period production. Maker-marked examples are particularly desirable as they allow for clear attribution to an official Imperial supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good overall condition with natural age patina to the silver frame. The iron core shows typical oxidation consistent with wartime manufacture, with clear detail to the crown and date. The suspension ring remains intact and correctly stamped “IW,” with no evidence of modern alteration or repair.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51539752255808,"sku":null,"price":335.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/wwi-german-iron-cross-2nd-class-1914-iw-maker-front.jpg?v=1771223922"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-iron-cross-second-class-1914-1918-s-w-sy-wagner-berlin-maker-with-ribbon","title":"WWI German Iron Cross Second Class (1914–1918) – S-W (Sy-Wagner Berlin) Maker, With Ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal First World War Iron Cross Second Class (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse), manufactured by S-W (Sy-Wagner, Berlin). This classic three-piece construction example features the 1914 date to the obverse and the crowned “FW” cipher over oak leaves with 1813 to the reverse, complete with its period black and white ribbon. A well-preserved, textbook wartime award from one of Berlin’s established makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eThe Iron Cross was re-instituted by Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1914 at the outbreak of the First World War, continuing a tradition first established in 1813 during the Napoleonic Wars. The Second Class was awarded for acts of bravery, leadership, or military merit in the face of the enemy and was worn suspended from its ribbon through the tunic buttonhole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eThe ribbon’s colours — black with two white stripes — represent the Kingdom of Prussia, reflecting the decoration’s Prussian origins. The 1914 date marks the wartime re-institution under Wilhelm II, while the reverse “1813” commemorates the original founding by King Friedrich Wilhelm III. Sy-Wagner of Berlin was among the recognised wartime manufacturers supplying officially sanctioned crosses to the Imperial German military.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good overall condition. The cross retains strong detail to both obverse and reverse with honest age patina to the iron core and light surface oxidation consistent with period manufacture. The silvered frame shows natural toning. Ring marked “S-W” for Sy-Wagner Berlin. Ribbon remains intact with light wear consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51540420952384,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/wwi-german-iron-cross-second-class-1914-sy-wagner-berlin-front.jpg?v=1771224737"},{"product_id":"wwi-german-prussian-belt-buckle-1916-gott-mit-uns-crowned-buckle-size-100-95cm-actual","title":"WWI German Prussian Belt \u0026 Buckle (1916) – “Gott Mit Uns” Crowned Buckle, Size 100 (95cm Actual)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal Imperial German enlisted man’s leather belt complete with its Prussian “Gott Mit Uns” buckle, dated 1916 on the buckle tongue. This is a genuine wartime example with the buckle period-attached to the belt, showing honest service wear and strong character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eDuring the First World War, German soldiers were issued leather belts fitted with state-specific buckles. The Prussian pattern bore the crowned Imperial cipher surrounded by the motto “Gott Mit Uns” (“God With Us”), a long-standing Prussian military slogan. By 1916, wartime production was in full effect, and such belts were standard field equipment worn by infantry and support troops alike across all fronts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eThe buckle design reflects Imperial German authority, while the leather belt formed a crucial part of the soldier’s marching order, supporting ammunition pouches and field gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe steel buckle retains clear detail to the crowned device and motto, with even age toning consistent with field use. The leather belt remains supple and structurally sound, showing honest wear, surface patina, and period stitching. Stamped size “100,” shortened to an actual length of approximately 95 cm. No significant structural damage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51540449493312,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/wwi-german-prussian-belt-gott-mit-uns-1916.jpg?v=1771225882"},{"product_id":"1852-map-of-hungary-galicia-h-kiepert-weimar-geographical-institute-original-folding-atlas-map","title":"1852 Map of Hungary \u0026 Galicia – H. 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The map remains housed in its original hardcover atlas binding and retains excellent period character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eThis map was produced in 1852, during the era of the Austrian Empire following the revolutions of 1848–49. It depicts the Kingdom of Hungary, Galicia, Dalmatia, and surrounding regions under Habsburg administration, with political divisions, railway lines, rivers, and relief clearly marked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eCartographer Heinrich Kiepert was one of the most respected German geographers of the 19th century, and maps issued by the Weimar Geographical Institute are known for their precision and clarity. This example represents a transitional political landscape shortly before the Austro-Hungarian Compromise of 1867 reshaped the empire’s internal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eThe map measures approximately 65 x 52.5 cm when fully extended. It remains complete and structurally intact, with original fold lines as issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eThere is visible age toning and foxing consistent with mid-19th century paper, particularly along fold lines and backing cloth, but no major losses or tears affecting the cartography. The original hardcover atlas binding is present and structurally sound, showing expected handling wear. Overall, a well-preserved example with strong display presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51540471021888,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/1852-map-hungary-galicia-h-kiepert-weimar-geographical-institute.jpg?v=1771227663"},{"product_id":"order-of-the-silesian-eagle-1st-class-1919-1921-schlesischer-adler-1-stufe-steinhauer-luck","title":"Order of the Silesian Eagle 1st Class (1919–1921) – Schlesischer Adler 1. Stufe – Steinhauer \u0026 Lück","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal Order of the Silesian Eagle 1st Class (Schlesischer Adler 1. Stufe), produced by the renowned maker Steinhauer \u0026amp; Lück. This striking black and silver badge was awarded to veterans and volunteers who took part in the Silesian uprisings and border conflicts following the First World War. A bold and visually distinctive Weimar-era decoration, the 1st Class represents the higher grade of this short-lived but historically significant award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eThe Order of the Silesian Eagle was instituted in 1919 during the turbulent post-First World War period, when German Freikorps units and volunteers were engaged in fighting in Upper Silesia against Polish insurgents. The decoration was privately instituted to recognise those who participated in these conflicts between 1919 and 1921.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eThe 1st Class was awarded for distinguished service and was worn as a pin-back badge on the left breast. Its design features a stylised Silesian eagle with a curved sword across the chest and the banner “Für Schlesien” (“For Silesia”), symbolising defence of the region. Pieces by Steinhauer \u0026amp; Lück are well regarded for their quality and remain highly collectable among Freikorps and Weimar-period specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery good overall condition. The black enamel remains strong and intact with only light surface wear. Silvered finish shows minor age toning consistent with period manufacture. Reverse hardware is complete and functional, with correct pin and catch assembly. A clean, well-preserved example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51540473971008,"sku":null,"price":675.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/order-of-silesian-eagle-1st-class-steinhauer-lueck-front.jpg?v=1771228544"},{"product_id":"ww1-austrian-veteran-ribbon-bar-two-awards-1914-1918","title":"WW1 Austrian Veteran Ribbon Bar (Two Awards – 1914–1918)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eOriginal World War I Austrian veteran ribbon bar representing two awards from the 1914–1918 Great War period. Featuring the distinctive red and white striped ribbon with crossed swords device denoting combatant service, this interwar example reflects veteran recognition awarded in the years following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eA compact and historically meaningful piece ideal for WW1 Austro-Hungarian or interwar European collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eFollowing the end of the First World War and the dissolution of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Austria instituted commemorative decorations to recognise wartime service. One of the most commonly awarded was the Austrian War Medal 1914–1918 (Kriegsmedaille), introduced in 1932.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eThe red-and-white ribbon pattern is consistent with Austrian Great War commemorative awards. The miniature crossed swords device signifies frontline combatant service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eRibbon bars such as this were worn on civilian or military attire by veterans during the interwar period, particularly at commemorative events and public functions. Two-place ribbon bars indicate entitlement to multiple decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003eGood overall veteran-worn condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eRibbon shows light fraying and period wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eMinor staining consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eCrossed swords device intact with remaining gilt finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eReverse pin assembly complete and functional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eStitching partially loose at centre seam but structurally stable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eAn honest, untouched example with natural age characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51540570243392,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-austrian-veteran-ribbon-bar-two-awards-front.jpg?v=1771232676"},{"product_id":"ww1-austrian-veteran-ribbon-bar-for-three-awards-1914-1918","title":"WW1 Austrian Veteran Ribbon Bar for Three Awards (1914–1918)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal First World War Austrian veteran’s ribbon bar representing three decorations awarded for service during the 1914–1918 Great War. This example features period-mounted ribbons with crossed swords device, indicative of combatant service, and remains in its original configuration with full backing plate and pin assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eDuring and after the First World War, Austro-Hungarian veterans commonly wore ribbon bars to denote entitlement to multiple decorations without displaying full medals. The red and white striped ribbon represents the Austrian War Medal (Kriegsmedaille), while the black-white-red ribbon with crossed swords denotes wartime service and combat distinction under the Austro-Hungarian awards system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eRibbon bars such as this were worn on military tunics and later veteran uniforms, serving as a compact visual summary of an individual’s wartime record within the Austro-Hungarian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe ribbons show age-related wear, minor fraying at the edges, and light fading consistent with period use. The metal backing plate and pin assembly remain intact and functional, with surface wear and light oxidation visible. Overall, a well-preserved original example in honest used condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542613557568,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ww1-austrian-ribbon-bar-three-awards-1914-1918-front.jpg?v=1771327196"},{"product_id":"wwi-austrian-veteran-ribbon-bar-1914-1918-six-awards-full-dress-miniature-mount","title":"WWI Austrian Veteran Ribbon Bar (1914–1918) – Six Awards, Full Dress Miniature Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOriginal Austrian First World War veteran ribbon bar representing six separate decorations, mounted for post-war wear. This example reflects the service record of a decorated Austro-Hungarian veteran and remains a strong period piece suitable for display, research, or uniform grouping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"758\"\u003eFollowing the First World War, veterans of the Austro-Hungarian Army commonly wore ribbon bars representing their wartime decorations on civilian attire or veteran uniforms. Multi-award ribbon bars such as this example typically include combinations of the Military Merit Medal, Karl Troop Cross, Bravery Medals, War Service Medals, and commemorative decorations issued during or shortly after the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1476\" data-start=\"1169\"\u003eSix-award groupings indicate extended service, front-line participation, or recognition for merit and conduct during the 1914–1918 Great War. Such mounted ribbon bars were professionally assembled and worn during interwar veteran events and commemorations throughout Austria and former imperial territories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRibbons remain intact with strong colour retention across all six awards. Light age wear and minor fraying are visible along the edges, consistent with period wear. Reverse mounting hardware is present and functional, showing age-related surface oxidation. Overall, a well-preserved original veteran-mounted example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"1957\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542633644352,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/austrian-wwi-veteran-ribbon-bar-six-awards-front.jpg?v=1771328328"},{"product_id":"imperial-german-id-membership-card-group-to-otto-wieck-1884-1911-railway-pass-officers-union-water-transport-documents","title":"Imperial German ID \u0026 Membership Card Group to Otto Wieck (1884–1911) – Railway Pass, Officers’ Union \u0026 Water Transport Documents","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA historically cohesive group of Imperial German identification and membership documents issued to Otto Wieck, spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The set includes a 1911 Prussian railway employee identification card, a Deutscher Offizier-Verein (German Officers’ Union) membership card, and two additional transport-related cards concerning authorised waterway usage. Together, the documents provide a rare and personal insight into the civil and professional life of a German official during the Kaiserreich period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003eDuring the Imperial German era (1871–1918), professional identification and membership cards were widely used within state institutions, transport services, and private associations. Railway officials and civil servants were issued formal passes bearing imperial insignia and official stamps, reflecting the highly structured bureaucracy of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003eThe Deutscher Offizier-Verein membership card represents affiliation with one of the prominent officer associations active in pre-war Germany, which served as social and professional networks for current and former officers. The water transport-related cards demonstrate regulated access to river and canal systems, which were critical components of Germany’s industrial and commercial infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eGrouped documents to a named individual such as Otto Wieck provide valuable biographical context and offer collectors a tangible connection to everyday administrative life under the German Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll cards show honest age-related wear consistent with late 19th and early 20th century paper documents. Toning, light creasing, handling marks, and edge wear are present throughout. Ink stamps, printed details, and handwritten entries remain legible. The red transport card displays folding wear but retains structural integrity. Overall, a well-preserved and coherent document group.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542685450560,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/imperial-german-railway-id-card-otto-wieck-1911-front.jpg?v=1771330441"},{"product_id":"kulm-cross-1813-embroidered-officer-type-iron-cross-42mm-rare-napoleonic-wars-example","title":"Kulm Cross (1813) – Embroidered Officer Iron Cross","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eINCREDIBLE Rare embroidered officer’s example of the 1813 Kulm Cross (Iron Cross), measuring approximately 42mm. This finely constructed early 19th-century piece features black cloth with intricate silver bullion wirework, representative of privately acquired officer-quality insignia from the Napoleonic Wars period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eThe Kulm Cross is associated with the 1813 campaign against Napoleonic France, particularly following the Battle of Kulm (29–30 August 1813). The Iron Cross was originally instituted by King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia during the Wars of Liberation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eOfficer-grade examples were often privately commissioned and embroidered rather than struck in iron, using silver bullion wire over a dark cloth base. These early pieces are significantly scarcer than later 1914 and 1939 reissues, and surviving embroidered examples represent an important transitional form in Prussian military decoration history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eExcellent overall condition for an embroidered Napoleonic-era insignia. Silver bullion wire remains intact with strong structural integrity and minimal loss. Black cloth base shows light age-related wear consistent with period construction. Reverse retains original felt backing with expected ageing and patina. A well-preserved and highly presentable example.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542792110400,"sku":null,"price":5750.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/kulm-cross-1813-embroidered-officer-type-iron-cross-front_65304102-71c1-4fa8-ace0-93dbe9900b89.jpg?v=1771403379"},{"product_id":"austrian-m1916-wehrmacht-re-issue-helmet-camouflage-danish-resistance-use","title":"Austrian M1916 Re-Issue Helmet (Danish Resistance)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn INCREDIBLE Austrian M1916 steel helmet later re-issued for Wehrmacht service, retaining early splinter camouflage and clear evidence of Danish resistance use. A highly characterful and historically layered example showing wartime modification, reconditioning, and post-issue adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eThe Austrian M1916 helmet was originally produced during the First World War for Austro-Hungarian forces. Following the Anschluss in 1938, large stocks of Austrian helmets were reworked and re-issued to the German Wehrmacht. Many were modified by removing the original frontal armour lugs (“horns”) and adapting them to updated liner systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eThis example displays early Wehrmacht splinter-style camouflage, a scheme widely used in the early years of the Second World War. The presence of a hand-applied Danish flag to the front strongly suggests use by Danish resistance forces during the German occupation of Denmark (1940–1945). Such reused and repurposed helmets reflect the complex equipment circulation typical of the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eThe helmet retains its early splinter camouflage with visible wear, oxidation, and field aging consistent with service use. Areas beneath the camouflage reveal earlier light green paint, visible particularly around rivets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eThe Wehrmacht decal remains faintly visible beneath the left removed horn position, partially covered by camouflage paint and located in an atypical position, supporting its re-issue history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eThe armour plate lugs were professionally removed and the holes neatly sealed by rivets, consistent with factory or workshop modification. The chinstrap loop holes were similarly closed in a clean workshop manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eFitted with an M31 liner dated 1940, featuring a steel inner band and rough leather liner typical of post-1942 issue or depot refurbishment. The liner is marked size 56 and shows faint pencil ownership inscription. Interior shows honest age and oxidation but remains structurally sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eShell is stamped “64” on the right apron. Overall condition is excellent for a combat-used, multi-period reissued helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543544430912,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Feb_18_2026_07_37_38_PM.jpg?v=1771404126"},{"product_id":"wwi-imperial-german-p08-luger-holster-c-1919-b-a-x-bekleidungsamt-x-corps-marked-with-original-tool","title":"WWI Imperial German P08 Luger Holster (c.1919) – B.A.X Bekleidungsamt X Corps Marked, With Original Tool","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eAn original World War I era leather holster for the P08 Luger pistol, complete with its period disassembly tool (Werkzeug). Marked internally with the B.A.X acceptance stamp of the Bekleidungsamt (Clothing Office) of the 10th Army Corps, this example represents a textbook Imperial German issue holster from the closing stages of the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eThe P08 Luger was the standard sidearm of the Imperial German Army during the First World War. Each pistol was issued with a fitted brown leather holster, designed to carry not only the firearm but also a loading\/disassembly tool housed in a dedicated internal pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eThe B.A.X marking identifies this holster as having been accepted by the Bekleidungsamt of the X (10th) Army Corps, responsible for inspection and distribution of equipment within that corps district. The partially visible date marked “19**” places production at the very end of the war period, likely 1918 or 1919, when supply contracts were still being fulfilled. Holsters of this type saw widespread service on both Western and Eastern Fronts and are closely associated with frontline Imperial German officers and NCOs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe leather retains a deep, rich dark-brown tone with attractive period patina. Surface wear, minor scuffs and light abrasions are consistent with age and service use. All straps remain present, supple and fully functional, including the closure strap and belt loops. Stitching is intact and strong throughout. The interior flap clearly shows the B.A.X acceptance stamp and partial date. The original Luger disassembly tool is present in its designated inner pocket. Overall, an excellent and complete example for its age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543713218880,"sku":null,"price":1350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/wwi-imperial-german-p08-luger-holster-bax-marked-1919-front.jpg?v=1771376696"},{"product_id":"german-east-asia-corps-ostasiatisches-expeditionskorps-tunic-and-trousers-model-1900-drillich-tropical-uniform","title":"German East Asia Corps (Ostasiatisches Expeditionskorps) Tunic and Trousers – Model 1900 “Drillich” Tropical Uniform","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA complete and EXCEPTIONALLY RARE tunic and trousers set of the German Corps in Indochina, Model 1900, manufactured in khaki herringbone twill “Drillich” material. This tropical service uniform represents Imperial Germany’s expeditionary presence in East Asia at the turn of the 20th century. The set survives in remarkably original condition and is likely one of the very few remaining examples in private hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eIn 1900, during the Boxer Rebellion, Imperial Germany deployed forces to China and surrounding territories as part of the Eight-Nation Alliance. These troops formed the \u003cem data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eOstasiatisches Expeditionskorps\u003c\/em\u003e (German East Asia Expeditionary Corps). Service in tropical climates required lightweight, durable field clothing distinct from standard European wool uniforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eThe tunic and trousers are constructed of khaki herringbone twill cotton “Drillich,” a practical fabric suited for heat and humidity. The cut reflects the transitional field style of the era, retaining Imperial tailoring traditions while adapting for colonial service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eBack waist buttons (likely later additions) appear to be Prussian-style NCO collar tab buttons, possibly added for display or field adaptation. Fading across the waist and shoulder areas corresponds to long-term belt and cross-strap wear, consistent with period service use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eProvenance markings strongly suggest post-war museum history. The sewn collar tag marked “Arsenal” corresponds to the \u003cem data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eMilitärhistorisches Institut Arsenal\u003c\/em\u003e in Vienna. Following the end of the Second World War in 1945, many German military artefacts were removed from Austrian and German institutions as war trophies and transferred eastward. Inventory stamps such as “Костюмерная ВАХ” indicate subsequent allocation to theatrical or film costume departments in the Soviet sphere, a fate shared by numerous Imperial and Reich-era uniforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eThe combination of colonial-era construction, museum provenance traces, and documented theatrical inventory history significantly enhances the historical narrative of this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eThe uniform remains structurally intact and well preserved considering its 120-year age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eFabric: Original khaki herringbone “Drillich” remains supple with no evidence of rot or severe degradation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eWear: Honest service wear and museum-related fading visible along belt and strap contact points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eMarkings: Arsenal collar tag intact; visible stenciled inventory numbers and theatre\/costume stamps remain legible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eButtons: Front brass buttons present; rear waist buttons appear period but likely later applied additions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eTrousers: Matching material and tone; period construction consistent with the tunic. Minor staining consistent with age and storage history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003eNo evidence of destructive storage damage (moth, heavy mildew, or fabric breakdown).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003eOverall, this is a superbly preserved, complete tropical service set with exceptional originality and documented life history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1957\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED ORIGINAL PERIOD PIECES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylors Militaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543849697600,"sku":null,"price":11000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/files\/german-east-asia-corps-model-1900-drilllich-tunic-front.jpg?v=1771378335"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/9536\/3648\/collections\/german-army-wwi-4452661_jpg.webp?v=1768288094","url":"https:\/\/taylorsmilitaria.com\/collections\/imperial-german-collection.oembed?page=2","provider":"Taylors Militaria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}