Auction 29
AUCTION 29: MILITARY ORDERS, DECORATIONS, ARMS AND ARMOR
By HELIOS
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Nov 7, 2021
HELIOS AUCTIONS 1050 Second Avenue Gallery 52 New York, NY 10022 USA, United States
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Military orders, decorations, antique arms, and armor
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LOT 19:
A PRUSSIAN WWI PERIOD COMMEMORATIVE BADGE
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Sold for: $450
Start price:
$
300
Estimated price :
$400 - $500
Buyer's Premium: 27%
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A PRUSSIAN WWI PERIOD COMMEMORATIVE BADGE
Commemorative badge to the pilots and observers of the Navy made by Maybauer Berlin. It has the shape of a vertical oval surrounded by a wide wreath. On its left side there are laurel leaves, symbolizing victory, and on the right side, oak leaves symbolizing strength and endurance. Both were tied together with a ribbon bow at the bottom. The imperial crown is on top of the badge. In the center of the badge is an image of an eagle soaring over a rocky island. It was founded by Kaiser Wilhelm II on October 26, 1916.
Dimensions: 2 1/8 x 1 3/8 in., (54 x 34 mm.)
